Aplacophora (Noun)
Meaning
An order of Amphineura.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Aplacophora is a marine group within the phylum Mollusca that consists of small, slug-like mollusks without external shells.
- The members of Aplacophora are all small animals that inhabit oceans worldwide and feed on various invertebrates.
- Many fossil species of Aplacophora have been identified, but most knowledge about this group comes from their modern deep-sea counterparts.
- Aplacophora evolved millions of years ago to obtain the necessary adaptability to live without external shells and now are an integral part of the ecosystem.
- Due to their fragile appearance and deep-sea habitats, research on Aplacophora has been slow to progress.