adjective
- of or relating to geotropism; responding to the force of gravity by growing or moving toward or away from the earth
Usage: biology; botany
Examples
- Plant roots exhibit geotropic behavior by growing downward into the soil.
- The geotropic response of seedlings ensures they develop roots in the correct direction.
- Scientists study geotropic movements to understand how plants sense gravity.
- Stems show negative geotropic growth, pushing upward against gravity.
- The geotropic sensitivity of roots helps plants anchor themselves firmly in the ground.