Cambial

/ˈkæmiəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or derived from cambium, the growth tissue in plants.

Etymology

Adjective form derived from 'cambium' with the standard Latin/scientific suffix '-al.' Used in botanical and biological contexts.

Kelly Says

Cambial activity is why trees grow wider every year—the cambial zone is constantly dividing cells, pushing the wood outward and the bark outward, creating those visible growth rings.

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