rhizostome (Meaning)
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rhizostome (n.)
One of the Rhizostomata.
Synonyms & Antonyms of rhizostome
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rhizostome Sentence Examples
- The rhizostome jellyfish, with its bell-shaped body and trailing tentacles, is a common sight in coastal waters.
- Rhizostomes belong to the class Scyphozoa, which includes jellyfish and sea wasps.
- The rhizostome's digestive system consists of a gastrovascular cavity and mouth located on the underside of the bell.
- Rhizostomes use their tentacles to capture prey, which they then ingest through their mouth.
- The rhizostome's nervous system is simple, consisting of a nerve net that spreads throughout the body.
- Rhizostomes are known for their ability to form large swarms, sometimes numbering in the millions.
- The rhizostome's lifespan is relatively short, with most species living for only a few months.
- Rhizostomes are an important part of the marine ecosystem, serving as a food source for a variety of predators.
- Some rhizostome species have been known to cause painful stings to humans.
- The largest known rhizostome is the Nomura's jellyfish, which can reach a bell diameter of over two meters.
FAQs About the word rhizostome
One of the Rhizostomata.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The rhizostome jellyfish, with its bell-shaped body and trailing tentacles, is a common sight in coastal waters.
Rhizostomes belong to the class Scyphozoa, which includes jellyfish and sea wasps.
The rhizostome's digestive system consists of a gastrovascular cavity and mouth located on the underside of the bell.
Rhizostomes use their tentacles to capture prey, which they then ingest through their mouth.
