tropismˈtroʊ pɪz əm
tropism
English Definitions:
tropism (noun)
an involuntary orienting response; positive or negative reaction to a stimulus source
tropism (Noun)
the turning of an organism in response to a stimulus, either towards or away from the stimulus
tropism (Noun)
viral tropism, or which type of tissue supports a certain virus
Tropism
A tropism is a biological phenomenon, indicating growth or turning movement of a biological organism, usually a plant, in response to an environmental stimulus. In tropisms, this response is dependent on the direction of the stimulus. Viruses and other pathogens also affect what is called "host tropism" or "cell tropism" in which case tropism refers to the way in which different viruses/pathogens have evolved to preferentially target specific host species, or specific cell types within those species. Tropisms are usually named for the stimulus involved and may be either positive or negative. Tropisms are typically associated with plants. Where an organism is capable of directed physical movement, movement or activity in response to a specific stimulus is more likely to be regarded by behaviorists as a taxis or a kinesis. In English, the word tropism is used, in a sometimes derisive way, to indicate an action done without cognitive thought: However, "tropism" in this sense has a proper, although non-scientific, meaning as an innate tendency, natural inclination, or propensity to act in a certain manner.
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