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endodermis
This term is a specialized botanical and anatomical descriptor used primarily in scientific discourse. It carries a neutral, technical tone and is almost exclusively found in textbooks, research papers, and academic discussions regarding plant physiology.
Because it refers to a specific biological structure, it is treated as a singular anatomical entity. While it can be pluralized in a general biological survey of different species, in the context of a single root system, it functions as a unique layer.
Meanings
Examples
The endodermis acts as a selective barrier for water entering the root.
Look closely at the slide to see the single layer of cells forming the endodermis.
I wonder if the endodermis is fully developed in this seedling.
The Casparian strip is a key feature of the endodermis cell walls.
Water must pass through the endodermis to reach the xylem.
Does the endodermis prevent all ions from entering the stele?
The endodermis regulates the movement of minerals into the vascular cylinder.
The thickness of the endodermis varies between different plant species.