Biauriculate Heart (Noun)
Meaning
A heart (as of mammals and birds and reptiles) having two auricles.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The biauriculate heart is a characteristic feature of mammals and birds, allowing for efficient oxygenation of the blood.
- In reptiles, the biauriculate heart is less complex than in mammals, but still provides a basic separation of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood.
- The biauriculate heart of mammals is a key adaptation that enables them to maintain high metabolic rates and support complex bodily functions.
- Studies of the biauriculate heart in birds have revealed unique features that allow for efficient oxygen delivery to the brain and other vital organs during flight.
- The development of the biauriculate heart in vertebrates is a critical step in the evolution of complex cardiovascular systems.