Question

Define the term zoospore and aplanospore

Answer 1

Definition of aplanospore. 1 : a nonmotile asexual spore formed by rejuvenescence in certain algae and distinguished from an akinete by developing a new cell wall distinct from that of the parent cell — compare hypnospore, zoospore.

Answer 2

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◆ Zoospore -

Zoospore is motile spore produced through asexual reproduction in certain organisms.

It is found in some algae, fungii and protozoans.

For example, oomycetes, opisthokonts, etc.

◆ Aplanospore -

Aplanospore is non-motile spore produced through asexual reproduction in certain organisms.

It is found in some algae and fungii.

For example, haemococcus, chlamydomonas, etc.

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