monoplacophoran

[US]/ˌmɒnəʊpləˈkɒfərən/
[UK]/ˌmɑːnoʊpləˈkɑːfərən/

Translation

n.A class of primitive marine mollusks with a single, cap-shaped shell.
adj.Relating to or characteristic of Monoplacophora, a class of single-shelled mollusks.
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scientists discovered a living monoplacophoran in the deep sea.

the monoplacophoran shell is shaped like a cap.

monoplacophoran anatomy includes multiple pairs of gills.

researchers initially classified the monoplacophoran as a chiton.

fossils indicate that the monoplacophoran lineage is ancient.

the monoplacophoran mollusk was once thought to be extinct.

marine biologists study monoplacophoran reproduction patterns.

distinctive muscle scars characterize the monoplacophoran shell interior.

the rare monoplacophoran specimen was preserved in alcohol.

monoplacophoran species are typically found in deep waters.

the taxonomy of the monoplacophoran class remains complex.

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