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chlorosis

/ˈklɔrəsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does chlorosis mean?

noun

A yellowing or chlorotic condition of leaves, especially in plants, caused by a lack of chlorophyll. A term used in medicine to describe a condition characterized by a greenish-yellow discoloration of the skin.

Example

"The gardener noticed a case of chlorosis in the newly planted trees, which was likely caused by a lack of iron in the soil."

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