What is another word for tower cress?

Pronunciation: [tˈa͡ʊə kɹˈɛs] (IPA)

Tower cress or "Arabidopsis thaliana" is a small flowering plant that is commonly used in scientific research. There are several synonyms for tower cress including mustard weed, mouse-ear cress, rock cress, and thale cress. These synonyms reflect the plant's small size (resembling a mouse's ear) and its tendency to grow in rocky environments. Tower cress is a model organism for genetic research due to its small genome and short life cycle. It is often used to study gene expression, development, and stress tolerance. Its versatility and ease of cultivation have made it one of the most studied plant species in the world.

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What are the hypernyms for Tower cress?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    cruciferous plant, plant.

What are the hyponyms for Tower cress?

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What are the holonyms for Tower cress?

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