Klamidospora

from yunani

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Definition

A thick-walled asexual spore formed from the modification of fungal hyphal cells, serving as a survival mechanism in harsh environments.

Etymology

Borrowed from the Greek 'chlamys' (cloak) and 'spora' (seed), referring to the thick spore wall.

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