lamellibranchiate (Meaning)
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lamellibranchiate (a.)
Having lamellar gills; belonging to the Lamellibranchia.
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lamellibranchiate (n.)
One of the Lamellibranchia.
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Having lamellar gills; belonging to the Lamellibranchia., One of the Lamellibranchia.
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Lamellibranchiates, commonly known as bivalves, possess a distinctive pair of shells that enclose their soft body.
Lamellibranchiates are found in a wide range of habitats, from freshwater lakes to deep-sea hydrothermal vents.
The term "lamellibranchiate" refers to the unique structure of their gills, which consist of thin, plate-like filaments.
Lamellibranchiates are filter feeders, using their gills to capture microscopic organisms and organic particles from the water.
