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Ctene (Noun)

Meaning

A locomotor organ consisting of a row of strong cilia whose bases are fused.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • Ctenes are characteristic of ctenophores, where they are used for swimming and other forms of movement.
  • The arrangement of ctenes in ctenophores allows them to create powerful strokes through the water.
  • Ctenes beat in a coordinated fashion to produce the motion needed for locomotion in ctenophores.
  • In some species, ctenes may also play a role in capturing prey or sensing the environment.
  • Ctenes are often referred to as combs due to their resemblance to a hair comb when viewed under a microscope.

Synonyms

  • Comb-plate
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