metanauplius (Meaning)
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metanauplius (n.)
A larval crustacean in a stage following the nauplius, and having about seven pairs of appendages.
Synonyms & Antonyms of metanauplius
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metanauplius Sentence Examples
- The metanauplius stage of the brine shrimp life cycle is characterized by an elongate body and rudimentary appendages.
- The larval metanauplius of the crab exhibits a two-segmented carapace and a sharp caudal spine.
- The metanauplius stage lasts for only a few days before the shrimp molts into the next larval stage.
- The metanauplius of the copepod has a strong swimming ability and can quickly evade predators.
- The metanauplius of the oyster feeds on phytoplankton and zooplankton in the water column.
- The metanauplius is a critical stage in the life cycle of many marine invertebrates.
- The metanauplius of the barnacle has a unique adhesive gland that allows it to attach to surfaces.
- The metanauplius stage is essential for the dispersal and establishment of new marine invertebrate populations.
- The metanauplius of the mysid shrimp has a large compound eye and can detect prey and predators from afar.
- The metanauplius of the sea urchin has a transparent body and can swim freely in the water column.
FAQs About the word metanauplius
A larval crustacean in a stage following the nauplius, and having about seven pairs of appendages.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The metanauplius stage of the brine shrimp life cycle is characterized by an elongate body and rudimentary appendages.
The larval metanauplius of the crab exhibits a two-segmented carapace and a sharp caudal spine.
The metanauplius stage lasts for only a few days before the shrimp molts into the next larval stage.
The metanauplius of the copepod has a strong swimming ability and can quickly evade predators.
