Acellular Slime Mold (Noun)
Meaning
A slime mold of the class Myxomycetes.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The acellular slime mold grew slowly over several days, gradually covering the decaying log with its slimy membrane.
- Scientists studying the behavior of acellular slime molds discovered that they are capable of complex problem-solving and adaptation.
- In its vegetative state, the acellular slime mold consisted of a large, amoeba-like cell with multiple nuclei, lacking any defined cellular structure.
- Acellular slime molds play a crucial role in the ecosystem by breaking down organic matter and recycling nutrients in the forest.
- Under a microscope, the acellular slime mold's translucent plasmodium appeared as a vast, web-like network of pseudopodia.