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.