genus dimetrodon (Meaning)
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genus dimetrodon (n)
a reptile genus of Pelycosauria
Synonyms & Antonyms of genus dimetrodon
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
genus dimetrodon Sentence Examples
- Dimetrodon, a genus of prehistoric synapsids, is renowned for its distinctive sail-like dorsal fin.
- Dimetrodon's large neural spines supported the vast skin membrane that formed its sail.
- The genus Dimetrodon was widespread in North America during the early Permian period.
- Dimetrodon gigas was the largest species of the genus, reaching lengths of up to 4 meters.
- The function of Dimetrodon's sail is still debated, with thermoregulation and display being among the leading theories.
- Dimetrodon belonged to the family Sphenacodontidae, a group of early synapsids closely related to mammals.
- The genus Dimetrodon is notable for its relatively long limbs and heterodont dentition.
- Dimetrodon played a significant role in the terrestrial ecosystem of the early Permian period.
- Fossils of Dimetrodon have been discovered in a wide range of localities across North America.
- Dimetrodon is an iconic genus that represents the diversity and complexity of life during the Permian period.
FAQs About the word genus dimetrodon
a reptile genus of Pelycosauria
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Dimetrodon, a genus of prehistoric synapsids, is renowned for its distinctive sail-like dorsal fin.
Dimetrodon's large neural spines supported the vast skin membrane that formed its sail.
The genus Dimetrodon was widespread in North America during the early Permian period.
Dimetrodon gigas was the largest species of the genus, reaching lengths of up to 4 meters.
