hydrozoon (Meaning)
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hydrozoon (n.)
One of the Hydrozoa.
Synonyms & Antonyms of hydrozoon
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hydrozoon Sentence Examples
- Hydrozoons are a diverse group of aquatic invertebrates that belong to the phylum Cnidaria.
- Hydrozoons possess a unique body structure with alternating polyp and medusa stages.
- Among hydrozoons, Hydra is a well-known genus known for its regenerative abilities.
- The medusa stage of hydrozoons is characterized by its bell-shaped body and radiating tentacles.
- Hydrozoans often form colonies, such as the Portuguese Man o' War, which consists of specialized individuals with different functions.
- Hydrozoan sting cells, called nematocysts, are used for capturing prey and defense.
- Hydroid colonies, which are the sedentary polyp stage of hydrozoons, can attach to various substrates in marine environments.
- Obilia is a genus of hydrozoons that forms colonies on seaweed, contributing to marine biodiversity.
- Hydrozoans play an important role in marine food webs, serving as prey for larger organisms.
- The complex life cycle of hydrozoons, involving both polyp and medusa stages, is a fascinating adaptation to aquatic habitats.
FAQs About the word hydrozoon
One of the Hydrozoa.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Hydrozoons are a diverse group of aquatic invertebrates that belong to the phylum Cnidaria.
Hydrozoons possess a unique body structure with alternating polyp and medusa stages.
Among hydrozoons, Hydra is a well-known genus known for its regenerative abilities.
The medusa stage of hydrozoons is characterized by its bell-shaped body and radiating tentacles.
