TropismsDefinition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tropism) A tropism is a biological phenomenon, indicating growth or turning movement of a biological organism, usually a plant, in response to an environmental stimulus. In tropisms, this response is dependent on the direction of the stimulus (as opposed to nastic movements which are non-directional responses). (Wikipedia) Preferred Units: N/A Scope Note: N/A This term is used for the following terms: N/A Approved Date 07-Jun-2013 Click here to give feedback on this term or suggest an update. |