Thallus consistency

thallus consistency (pl. consistencies) – the overall internal appearance and texture of the thallus, especially as related to its response to handling, sectioning, or moistening; reflects anatomical properties (e. g., relative thickness and fragility of the tissues, degree of gelatinization, or amount of inspersion with various kinds of granules); although subjective and relative, it is often a useful characteristic.

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