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Definition of Phototropism

1. Noun. An orienting response to light.

Definition of Phototropism

1. n. The tendency of growing plant organs to move or curve under the influence of light. In ordinary use the term is practically synonymous with heliotropism.

Definition of Phototropism

1. Noun. (biology) the movement of a plant towards or away from light ¹

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Definition of Phototropism

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Medical Definition of Phototropism

1. Movement or growth of part of an organism (e.g. A plant shoot) towards (positive phototropism) a source of light, without overall movement of the whole organism. (14 Oct 1997)

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