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Nectar: The Biological Sweetness Driving Ecosystems and Agriculture

Nectar: The Biological Sweetness Driving Ecosystems and Agriculture Nectar is a viscous, sugar-rich liquid that serves as a vital energy source in the natural world. Produced by specializ...

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Nectar Biology: How Plants Use Sugar for Reproduction and Defense

The Sweet Science of Nectar: How Plants Use Sugar to Survive and Thrive The word "nectar" finds its roots in the Greek word nekthar, the legendary drink of eternal life. While the term ha...

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