lamellated (Meaning)
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lamellated (a.)
Composed of, or furnished with, thin plates or scales. See Illust. of Antennae.
Synonyms & Antonyms of lamellated
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lamellated Sentence Examples
- The gills of fish are lamellated, meaning they have a layered structure to increase surface area for oxygen exchange.
- The lamellae of the mushroom, also known as gills, are lamellated structures that produce and release spores.
- The lamellated structure of the onion bulb allows it to absorb nutrients and water from the soil.
- Bamboo shoots have a lamellated structure, with layers of fibrous tissue alternating with softer tissue.
- The lamellated cortex of a tree stem provides support and protection for the vascular tissues.
- The lamellated bone structure of dinosaurs gave them strength and flexibility, allowing them to withstand high stresses and forces.
- The dentin in our teeth is lamellated, with layers of calcified tissue arranged in a parallel fashion.
- The lamellated septa of coral colonies contribute to the formation of the coral reef structure.
- The lamellated structure of feathers provides insulation and aerodynamic properties, aiding birds in flight.
- The lamellated plates of an armadillo's shell provide protection and allow for flexibility and movement.
FAQs About the word lamellated
Composed of, or furnished with, thin plates or scales. See Illust. of Antennae.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The gills of fish are lamellated, meaning they have a layered structure to increase surface area for oxygen exchange.
The lamellae of the mushroom, also known as gills, are lamellated structures that produce and release spores.
The lamellated structure of the onion bulb allows it to absorb nutrients and water from the soil.
Bamboo shoots have a lamellated structure, with layers of fibrous tissue alternating with softer tissue.
