ctenidium

[US]/kɪˈnɪdɪəm/
[UK]/kɪˈnɪdɪəm/

Translation

n.a comb-like structure, especially in the gills of certain aquatic animals
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

ctenidium structure

ctenidium function

ctenidium morphology

ctenidium classification

ctenidium analysis

ctenidium development

ctenidium adaptation

ctenidium diversity

ctenidium evolution

ctenidium research

Example Sentences

the ctenidium plays a crucial role in the respiratory system of some mollusks.

researchers studied the structure of the ctenidium under a microscope.

the ctenidium can vary significantly between different mollusk species.

the ctenidium is often used in classification of marine animals.

the anatomy of the ctenidium is fascinating to marine biologists.

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