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Endosperm

usgb/ˈendəʊspɜːrm/Volume
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Botany Context

Endosperm is mostly used inbotany or agriculture discussions about plants and seeds.

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Researchers study endosperm to improve grain yields.
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Not Consumption

Unlike the fruit, the endosperm is usually not meant to be eaten, but to feed the plant itself.

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The endosperm provides vital nutrients to the sprouting seed.
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Technical Word

Endosperm is a technical term, not used in everyday conversation but in scientific contexts.

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The scientist explained the role of the endosperm in seed germination.
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