Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Phyllomorphosis

👉 Phyllomorphosis is a biological process in which leaves of plants undergo changes that result in their shape becoming more complex and more leaf-like. This transformation occurs because the cells within the leaves are not arranged symmetrically, but instead have irregular shapes. The change in shape allows for more efficient water absorption from the roots, as well as a more even distribution of light through the plant's canopy.

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