1. The seeds are surrounded by a layer of mucilage when soaked in water.
种子在水中浸泡时会被一层黏液包围。

2. Mucilage helps some plants retain moisture in dry conditions.
黏液帮助某些植物在干燥环境中保持水分。

3. The scientist studied the mucilage produced by seaweed.
科学家研究了海藻产生的黏液。

4. The mucilage from the plant was used as a natural adhesive.
这种植物的黏液被用作天然胶黏剂。

A: What is this sticky substance on the seeds?
A：种子上的这种黏性物质是什么？

B: It is mucilage, which helps protect the seeds.
B：这是黏液，有助于保护种子。

1) 植物或藻类产生的黏性物质

2) 用于保水或保护组织的胶状物

3) 具有黏合作用的天然分泌物

1. 植物或微生物分泌的黏稠胶状物质

e.g. The mucilage on flax seeds becomes gel-like in water.
亚麻籽表面的黏液在水中会变成凝胶状。

2. 可用于保护或储水的天然黏性物质

e.g. Mucilage helps plants survive in dry environments.
黏液帮助植物在干燥环境中生存。

noun

1. A sticky, gelatinous substance produced by plants or microorganisms, often used for protection or moisture retention.

Synonym: gel, slime, plant gum