Hypermastigote (Noun)
Meaning
Flagellate symbiotic in the intestines of e.g. termites.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The hypermastigote is a type of flagellate that lives symbiotically in the intestines of certain insects, such as termites.
- In the hindgut of the termite, the hypermastigote plays a crucial role in breaking down cellulose from wood.
- Hypermastigotes have multiple flagella that allow them to move and position themselves within the intestinal tract of their host.
- The relationship between the hypermastigote and the termite is mutually beneficial, with the flagellate providing essential nutrients to the insect.
- The hypermastigote's unique structure and function have made it an important subject of study in the field of symbiotic relationships.