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Aplacophoran (Noun)

Meaning

Deep-water wormlike mollusks lacking calcareous plates on the body but having fine slimy spicules on the covering mantle.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The deep-sea expedition discovered a unique aplacophoran species with iridescent spicules covering its mantle.
  • Aplacophorans have evolved to thrive in environments where other mollusks struggle to survive due to the absence of calcareous plates.
  • Researchers studied the unique characteristics of aplacophorans, focusing on their ability to secrete fine slimy spicules.
  • Aplacophorans play a crucial role in the deep-sea ecosystem, serving as a food source for various marine animals.
  • The aplacophoran's slimy spicules not only provide protection but also aid in its movement through the dense ocean sediment.

Synonyms

  • Solenogaster

Hypernyms

  • Gastropod
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