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valvate in a sentence

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Definition

Valvate refers to a botanical arrangement where parts, such as leaves or flower buds, are positioned in a way that they overlap at the edges without fully opening.

Sample Sentences

  1. The leaves of the plant were arranged in a valvate manner, creating a unique aesthetic appeal.
  2. During the dissection, the students noted the valvate structure of the flower buds, which intrigued their curiosity.
  3. In botanical terms, valvate refers to the way petals or sepals overlap at the edges without overlapping one another.
  4. The valvate arrangement of the seed coats ensures that they open at the right time to release the seeds.
  5. Understanding the valvate configuration in certain species helps botanists classify them more accurately.

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