mytiloid (Meaning)
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mytiloid (a.)
Like, or pertaining to, the genus Mytilus, or family Mytilidae.
Synonyms & Antonyms of mytiloid
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
mytiloid Sentence Examples
- The mytiloid ligament binds the two valves of the mussel shell together.
- Mytiloid mussels exhibit a blue-green coloration due to the presence of mytilus edulis.
- The mytiloid trochophore larva is a key life stage in the development of bivalve mollusks.
- Mytiloid mussels, such as Mytilus edulis, are widely distributed in coastal waters around the world.
- The mytiloid byssal thread allows the mussel to anchor itself to a substrate.
- Mytiloid mussels are important suspension feeders, filtering out microorganisms and organic particles from the water.
- The mytiloid mantle edge produces a proteinous secretion that forms the mussel's shell.
- Mytiloid mussels can accumulate toxins from their environment, making them unsafe for human consumption in some cases.
- Mytiloid mussels are often used as bait in commercial fishing operations.
- The mytiloid shell is composed of calcium carbonate and is lined with a thin layer of nacre or mother-of-pearl.
FAQs About the word mytiloid
Like, or pertaining to, the genus Mytilus, or family Mytilidae.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The mytiloid ligament binds the two valves of the mussel shell together.
Mytiloid mussels exhibit a blue-green coloration due to the presence of mytilus edulis.
The mytiloid trochophore larva is a key life stage in the development of bivalve mollusks.
Mytiloid mussels, such as Mytilus edulis, are widely distributed in coastal waters around the world.
