nodules

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Before, Ahmad could tap — meaning to cut incisions in the acacia trees, which exude sap that a few weeks later hardens into nodules of Hashab gum — four orchards in one go.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

The rover also spotted small, bumpy structures called nodules.

From Science Daily • Mar. 14, 2026

"If commercial mining goes ahead then there will be quite widespread impacts," Sweetman said, adding that "these nodules are home to a variety of diverse fauna".

From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026

The symptoms are fever, mucal discharge and nodules on the skin.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025

Bald cypress nodules and cattails hugged the water.

From "Stella by Starlight" by Sharon M. Draper