diaspores

/ˈdaɪəˌspɔrz/
noun
  1. Plural of diaspore; seeds, spores, or other plant parts that are dispersed for reproduction.
    • The wind scattered the diaspores across the meadow.
    • Scientists study how diaspores travel to understand plant migration.
    • Many plants rely on animals to carry their diaspores to new areas.
  2. Plural of diaspore; multiple crystals or specimens of the mineral diaspore.
    • Collectors trade rare diaspores for their unique color-changing properties.
    • These diaspores were found in a limestone cave in Hungary.
    • The museum displayed several diaspores from different mines.
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