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  1. Spore - Wikipedia

    The spores of seed plants are produced internally, and the megaspores (formed within the ovules) and the microspores are involved in the formation of more complex structures that form the …

  2. Spore | Definition, Types, & Examples | Britannica

    Nov 26, 2025 · Nearly all fungi form and release vast quantities of spores as part of their life cycle. Spores are the main reproductive units for fungi and are usually single cells. They may be …

  3. What Are Spores and How Do They Reproduce? - Live to Plant

    Jul 20, 2025 · Spores are a fascinating and essential biological feature found in various organisms, including fungi, algae, bacteria, and some plants. They serve as a means of …

  4. SPORE™ on Steam

    Dec 19, 2008 · Be the architect of your own universe with Spore, an exciting single-player adventure. From Single Cell to Galactic God, evolve your creature in a universe of your own …

  5. Spore - New World Encyclopedia

    Being units of asexual reproduction, spores do not combine with other spores, but directly form new haploid organisms. (See spore formation and life cycles below.)

  6. Spores: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

    Aug 5, 2025 · The bacteria Clostridia form spores. These spores create the bacteria that cause a rare condition called gas gangrene and a type of colitis that is linked to the use of antibiotics.

  7. What Are Bacterial Spores and Why Are They So Hard to Kill?

    Jul 29, 2025 · Bacterial spores are inactive structures formed by certain bacteria, primarily Gram-positive organisms like Bacillus and Clostridium, when their surroundings become harsh. This …

  8. SPORE Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    : a reproductive body that is produced by fungi and by some plants and microorganisms (as ferns and bacteria) and that usually consists of a single cell and is able to produce a new individual …

  9. Spores | Definition, Role & Types - Lesson | Study.com

    Learn an overview of spores. Find out the definition of a spore, how spores reproduce, the different types of spores, and the role of spores in both plants and fungi.

  10. Spore Reproduction in Plants and Other Organisms - ThoughtCo

    May 7, 2025 · Some organisms use reproductive cells known as spores as a means of asexual reproduction. These cells are produced in plants, fungi, algae, and bacteria.