PHYTOLITH


Meaning of PHYTOLITH in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' f ī -t ə - ˌ lith

Function: noun

Date: 1958

: a microscopic siliceous particle that is formed by a plant and that is highly resistant to decomposition <ancient vegetation revealed by phytolith s >

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