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branchiostege Meaning
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branchiostege ()
The branchiostegal membrane. See Illustration in Appendix.
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The branchiostegal membrane. See Illustration in Appendix.
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The delicate **branchiostege** of the shrimp covered its gills, protecting them from injury and debris.
While providing protection, the **branchiostege** also allows for water flow necessary for respiration.
Examining the **branchiostege** can be helpful in identifying different shrimp species due to variations in shape and size.
Fossil records reveal that certain extinct marine creatures lacked a **branchiostege**, suggesting alternative gill protection mechanisms.
