Definition of abaxial

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Definition as written by Andrew60:

Facing away from or on the opposite side of the axis of an organ or organism; dorsal

Definition as written by Magpye:

The leaf surface facing away from the stem of the plant.

Definition as written by Joan:

The term abaxial (or dorsal) describes a plant part, side or surface facing away from the the axis of any organ or part

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