thermotaxic (Meaning)
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thermotaxic (a.)
Pertaining to, or connected with, the regulation of temperature in the animal body; as, the thermotaxic nervous system.
Synonyms & Antonyms of thermotaxic
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thermotaxic Sentence Examples
- Thermotaxic organisms exhibit a preference for specific temperature ranges.
- The bacterium Escheria coli displays thermotaxic behavior, moving towards or away from heat sources.
- Thermotaxic responses in moths help them locate suitable habitats with desired temperatures.
- Certain fungi exhibit thermotaxic behavior, growing towards or away from heat sources for optimal germination.
- The thermotaxic capabilities of nematodes allow them to navigate temperature gradients in soil.
- Thermotaxic behavior in plants may enhance germination and growth under varying temperature conditions.
- The study of thermotaxy provides insights into the physiological mechanisms underlying temperature sensing and response.
- Thermotaxic neurons in the brain regulate the body temperature of mammals.
- Thermotaxic behaviors are crucial for the survival and fitness of many species in diverse environments.
- Technological advancements have enabled the development of thermotaxic devices for microrobotic applications.
FAQs About the word thermotaxic
Pertaining to, or connected with, the regulation of temperature in the animal body; as, the thermotaxic nervous system.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Thermotaxic organisms exhibit a preference for specific temperature ranges.
The bacterium Escheria coli displays thermotaxic behavior, moving towards or away from heat sources.
Thermotaxic responses in moths help them locate suitable habitats with desired temperatures.
Certain fungi exhibit thermotaxic behavior, growing towards or away from heat sources for optimal germination.
