paragnathi (Meaning)

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paragnathi (pl.)

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paragnathi Sentence Examples

  1. The paragnathi, or chewing knobs, of lobsters are modified limbs used for crushing food.
  2. The paragnathi project from the mandible and have a serrated edge for cutting.
  3. The presence of paragnathi is a defining characteristic of the crustacean group Malacostraca.
  4. The paragnathi play a crucial role in the mastication of food before it enters the digestive tract.
  5. The size and shape of paragnathi can vary significantly among different species of crustaceans.
  6. The paragnathi are located on the distal end of the mandible, opposite the incisor.
  7. The paragnathi are often asymmetrical, with one larger than the other.
  8. The paragnathi are innervated by the mandibular nerve.
  9. The paragnathi are covered in a thin layer of chitin.
  10. The paragnathi are used in conjunction with the incisor to shred and grind food.

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The paragnathi, or chewing knobs, of lobsters are modified limbs used for crushing food.

The paragnathi project from the mandible and have a serrated edge for cutting.

The presence of paragnathi is a defining characteristic of the crustacean group Malacostraca.

The paragnathi play a crucial role in the mastication of food before it enters the digestive tract.