Definitions for endospore
ˈɛn dəˌspɔr, -ˌspoʊren·dospore

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1. endosporenoun

   a small asexual spore that develops inside the cell of some bacteria and algae

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. endosporenoun

   The inner layer of a spore

2. endosporenoun

   A small vegetative spore produced by some bacteria

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1. endospore

   An endospore is a tough, dormant and non-reproductive structure produced by certain bacteria from the Firmicute phylum. It is formed within the bacterial cell in response to harsh environmental conditions such as lack of nutrients, exposure to extreme temperatures, radiation or chemicals. This structure can survive extreme conditions that the bacteria cannot, and it can potentially remain dormant for long periods before germinating back into an active bacterial cell when conditions improve. It plays a key role in the survival and propagation of these bacterial species.

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1. Endosporenoun

   the thin inner coat of certain spores

2. Etymology: [Endo- + spore.]

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1. Endospore

   An endospore is a dormant, tough, and non-reproductive structure produced by certain bacteria from the Firmicute phylum. The name "endospore" is suggestive of a spore or seed-like form, but it is not a true spore. It is a stripped-down, dormant form to which the bacterium can reduce itself. Endospore formation is usually triggered by a lack of nutrients, and usually occurs in Gram-positive bacteria. In endospore formation, the bacterium divides within its cell wall. One side then engulfs the other. Endospores enable bacteria to lie dormant for extended periods, even centuries. Revival of spores millions of years old has been claimed. When the environment becomes more favorable, the endospore can reactivate itself to the vegetative state. Most types of bacteria cannot change to the endospore form. Examples of bacteria that can form endospores include Bacillus and Clostridium. The endospore consists of the bacterium's DNA and part of its cytoplasm, surrounded by a very tough outer coating. Endospores can survive without nutrients. They are resistant to ultraviolet radiation, desiccation, high temperature, extreme freezing and chemical disinfectants. According to scientist Dr. Steinn Sigurdsson, "There are viable bacterial spores that have been found that are 40 million years old on Earth - and we know they're very hardened to radiation." Common anti-bacterial agents that work by destroying vegetative cell walls do not affect endospores. Endospores are commonly found in soil and water, where they may survive for long periods of time.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of endospore in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of endospore in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=endospore
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Endospore
3. ^ ChatGPT
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4. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/endospore
5. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=endospore