forespore

forespore
\\ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷\ noun
Etymology: fore- + spore
: a precursor of a spore; specifically : a form preceding the endospore in some bacteria and characterized by diffuse response to chromatin stains

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  • forespore — noun The structure, in bacteria, in which an endospore develops …   Wiktionary

  • Endospore — An endospore is a dormant, tough, and non reproductive structure produced by a small number of bacteria from the Firmicute phylum. The primary function of most endospores is to ensure the survival of a bacterium through periods of environmental… …   Wikipedia

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