terebratula (Meaning)
terebratula (n.)
A genus of brachiopods which includes many living and some fossil species. The larger valve has a perforated beak, through which projects a short peduncle for attachment. Called also lamp shell.
Synonyms & Antonyms of terebratula
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terebratula Sentence Examples
- The terebratula, a type of brachiopod, was abundant in Paleozoic oceans.
- The distinctive shape of the terebratula shell allowed it to filter food from the water column.
- Terebratula fossils are often found in sedimentary rocks, providing evidence of ancient marine environments.
- The terebratula's soft body was protected by a hinged calcite shell.
- Scientists have studied terebratula populations to understand patterns of evolution and extinction.
- Modern terebratula species have a limited distribution compared to their extinct ancestors.
- The frilled margins of the terebratula shell helped to stabilize it against ocean currents.
- Terebratula shells are often mistaken for oyster shells due to their similar appearance.
- The genus Terebratula has a long evolutionary history spanning over 400 million years.
- Terebratula fossils play a crucial role in reconstructing the paleoenvironment and biodiversity of ancient oceans.
FAQs About the word terebratula
A genus of brachiopods which includes many living and some fossil species. The larger valve has a perforated beak, through which projects a short peduncle for a
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The terebratula, a type of brachiopod, was abundant in Paleozoic oceans.
The distinctive shape of the terebratula shell allowed it to filter food from the water column.
Terebratula fossils are often found in sedimentary rocks, providing evidence of ancient marine environments.
The terebratula's soft body was protected by a hinged calcite shell.
