
Sepal
Plant Anatomy
Remember, 'sepal' is a botanical term; use it when discussing parts of a flower.

During the dissection, we identified the sepal and the stigma.
Visual Description
Use 'sepal' to describe visually since it refers to a distinctive, usually green part of the flower.

The sepals contrasted the bright red petals beautifully.
Protection Role
'Sepal' emphasizes the protective function it has for the budding flower.

The plant's sepals shielded the young buds from the harsh wind.
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