pappus
Pappus: A pappus is a type of modified leaf or stem found in some flowering plants. It is often large and showy, and is used to attract pollinators.
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Parasite
Parasite: A parasite is an organism that lives on or in another organism (its host) and gets its food from that host. Parasites can cause disease in their hosts.
parasitoid
Parasitoid: A parasitoid is an organism that lives on or in another organism (its host) and eventually kills that host. Parasitoids are usually insects, but can also be other types of animals, such as certain spiders.
parthenogenesis
Parthenogenesis: Parthenogenesis is a type of reproduction where an egg develops into a new individual without being fertilized by a male. This can happen naturally in some plants and animals, or it can be induced artificially.
Pathogen
Pathogen: A pathogen is a microorganism that can cause disease in humans, animals, or plants. Pathogens include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa.
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