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Slowly, reluctantly.  

The primary root, going straight down. Strong, sometimes swollen or fleshy root which grows vertically into the soil. A single large, strong root that descends nearly perpendicular into the soil. A stout root with a tapering body. The main root of a plant, which plunges straight down to anchor it; the swollen taproots of carrots…

(In pollen) innermost layer of cells of the pollen sac wall that nourish the developing pollen grains; Membrane in spore-generating area of ferns. A layer of specialized reflecting cells in the choroid behind the retina of the eye. A layer of fibers from the corpus callosum forming the roof and lateral walls of the inferior…

Relating to tapetum.  

Gradually narrowing. When confronted with the situation where the sudden discontinuation of a medication might result in undesirable effects of withdrawal, it is advisable to adopt a gradual approach in reducing the dosage over a period of time. This method ensures a smoother transition and minimizes the occurrence of unpleasant symptoms associated with withdrawal.  

Hard dark-brown granular inclusions found in some cells.  

(In a cylinder) parallel to the main axis, at right angle to the radius.  

(Of anthers) with proximal appendages.