quinquevalvular Synonyms
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quinquevalvular Meaning
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quinquevalvular (a.)
Having five valves, as a pericarp.
quinquevalvular Sentence Examples
- 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.
- The quinquevalvular heart is unique to cephalopods, such as squid and octopus, and is not found in other invertebrates.
- The evolution of the quinquevalvular heart has facilitated the increased activity and mobility of cephalopods.
- Studies of the quinquevalvular heart provide insights into the cardiovascular systems of ancient marine creatures.
- Artificial hearts designed for humans have been inspired by the quinquevalvular structure.
- Scientists believe the quinquevalvular heart may have played a role in the early development of complex life forms.
- The discovery of the quinquevalvular heart has expanded our understanding of the diversity and complexity of animal circulatory systems.
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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.
