What is another word for endospore?
Pronunciation: [ˈɛndə͡ʊspˌɔː] (IPA) 
Endospore is a term that refers to a specialized type of dormant cell that is formed by certain bacteria and fungi during unfavorable conditions. Some of the synonyms for this specific term are bacterial spores, resistospores, fungal spores, and chlamydospores. Bacterial spores are formed by bacteria as a means of survival during harsh environmental conditions where the cell undergoes changes in their metabolic activity. Resistospores are formed by bacteria that can survive high temperatures, radiation, chemicals and other extreme conditions. Fungal spores are formed by fungi to propagate themselves, especially under unfavorable conditions. Chlamydospores are thick-walled reproductive structures in fungi that are formed to help them survive undesired conditions. These synonyms for endospore, therefore, help in understanding the different aspects of spores formation and help scientists understand the intricate workings of these microscopic organisms.
