quinquevalvular (Meaning)
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quinquevalvular (a.)
Having five valves, as a pericarp.
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Having five valves, as a pericarp.
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The heart of a squid is quinquevalvular, possessing five chambers.
The valves of the quinquevalvular heart regulate blood flow to the squid's various organs.
The quinquevalvular structure allows the squid's heart to maintain high blood pressure despite its small size.
After capturing prey, the squid's quinquevalvular heart pumps blood rapidly to its digestive system.