mesophyll
(mes-o-phyll)
3 syllables
Definition
noun. the inner tissue (parenchyma) of a leaf, containing many chloroplasts.
Example Sentence
The mesophyll is crucial for photosynthesis as it contains chloroplasts.
More Example Sentences
In the study of botany, the mesophyll plays a key role in plant respiration.
Synonyms
leaf tissue; parenchyma; chlorenchyma
Antonyms
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