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pollen

/ˈpɒlən/
Meanings

  • Small grains or particles that are produced by the pollination process in plants.

    - "The air was filled with golden pollen grains. "
    - "During the spring season, the trees release large amounts of pollen, which can cause allergic reactions in some individuals."
Pronunciation
  1. /ˈpɑlən/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with pollen
Belles , cells , felles , hells , spells , pollens
Homophones
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  1. Homophones for 'pollen' include: 'pollen', 'pallen', 'pawllen', 'pallan', 'pallon', 'pallan', 'pallen', 'pallon'.

Variants
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pollan , pollen , pollens , corbicula , pollen basket , pollen baskets , pollen grain , pollen grains , pollen mother cell , pollen mother cells , pollen sac , pollen sacs , pollen tube , pollen tubes , pollen count
Forms
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Pollen comes in various forms and can be categorized based on various physical and morphological characteristics. Some common forms of pollen include: powdery pollen, sticky pollen, granular pollen, round pollen, elongated pollen, and various other shapes and forms. Pollen can also vary in size, with some pollen grains being extremely small, while others can be quite large.

Etymology
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The word 'pollen' comes from the Latin word 'pollen', which means 'powder' or 'fine dust'.

Trivia
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  1. Did you know that pollen is one of the oldest forms of food on Earth? Ancient humans have been using pollen as a source of food and nutrition for thousands of years. In fact, pollen has been found to contain a wide range of essential nutrients, including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. These nutrients are essential for maintaining good health and preventing various diseases and conditions. In fact, many modern scientists and researchers believe that pollen may hold the key to unlocking the secrets of good health and longevity. So, the next time you see a beautiful flower covered in pollen, take a moment to appreciate the amazing power and potential of this ancient and essential form of food and nutrition. And, who knows, maybe one day we'll all be living long, healthy, and happy lives, all thanks to the incredible power and potential of pollen.

Related Concepts
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  1. Pollination: The process by which pollen is transferred from the anther of a flower to the stigma, resulting in the fertilization of the ovule and the development of a fruit.

  2. Fertilization: The process by which the fertilized ovule develops into a mature embryo, resulting in the formation of a seed and the eventual germination and growth of a new plant.

  3. Botany: The branch of science that deals with the study of plants, their structure, growth, development, reproduction, and distribution in nature.

  4. Pollen allergy: A type of allergic reaction that occurs when the immune system mistakenly identifies pollen as a harmful substance, resulting in the production of allergic antibodies and the release of various allergic chemicals, such as histamine, leukotrienes, and prostaglandins, which can cause various allergic symptoms, such as sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, watery or itchy eyes, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness or pain, and palpitations or racing heart.

Culture
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Pollen has held significant cultural, historical, and symbolic importance throughout various human civilizations and cultures. In ancient Egypt, pollen was used to create pigments for wall paintings and temple decorations. Pollen was also used as an ingredient in various ancient Egyptian and Greek culinary traditions and recipes. Pollen was believed to possess various health benefits and was used as a traditional remedy to treat various ailments and conditions in ancient civilizations. In some Native American cultures, pollen was used as a traditional ceremonial offering and as a symbol of renewal and life in various Native American spiritual traditions and rituals.

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