parapodium Synonyms
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parapodium Meaning
Wordnet
parapodium (n)
one of a pair of fleshy appendages of a polychete annelid that functions in locomotion and breathing
Webster
parapodium (n.)
One of the lateral appendages of an annelid; -- called also foot tubercle.
parapodium Sentence Examples
- The parapodium serves as a locomotive structure in various marine invertebrates.
- Polychaetes, a type of segmented worm, possess parapodia along their body.
- Annelids utilize parapodia for anchoring, burrowing, and respiration.
- The parapodium of a snail functions as a sensory organ.
- The fleshy parapodium of the octopus aids in locomotion and manipulation.
- Parapodia in crustaceans are modified appendages used for swimming and defense.
- The parapodium of a squid helps regulate buoyancy and maneuverability.
- The parapodia of some cephalopods can carry photophores for communication.
- The parapodium of a starfish assists in locomotion and food capture.
- Scientists study parapodia to understand the evolution and diversity of marine invertebrates.
FAQs About the word parapodium
one of a pair of fleshy appendages of a polychete annelid that functions in locomotion and breathingOne of the lateral appendages of an annelid; -- called also
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The parapodium serves as a locomotive structure in various marine invertebrates.
Polychaetes, a type of segmented worm, possess parapodia along their body.
Annelids utilize parapodia for anchoring, burrowing, and respiration.
The parapodium of a snail functions as a sensory organ.
