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leaf venation networks

Scope: general ecology
Papers: 1 | Mentions: 1

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Knowledge graph centered on leaf venation networks with 13 nodes and 23 connections. Top connected: X-ray imaging of leaf venation networks, X-ray imaging, phase contrast, synchrotron radiation, contrast agent.

Definition

Intricate networks of veins built from lignified xylem and phloem tissue that serve multiple functions including transport of water and sugars, mechanical support, and herbivory resistance

Related Terms (2)

venation networksleaf veins

Publications (1)

article

X-ray imaging of leaf venation networks

2012New Phytologistcentral

Related Concepts (4)

X-ray imaging

measurement1 shared paper

phase contrast

phenomenon1 shared paper

synchrotron radiation

measurement1 shared paper

contrast agent

measurement1 shared paper