hexactinellid

Meanings

• noun

  A type of hexactinellid sponge, characterized by its unique structure of hexactinellid radiates, which resemble the arms of a starfish.

  - "The hexactinellid sponge is a fascinating example of nature's diversity."
  - "Researchers are studying the properties of hexactinellid sponges for potential medical applications."

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Variants

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exacting , exactingly , exactingness , exactingnesses

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Etymology

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Hexactinellid comes from the Greek words 'hexactin' meaning six-rayed star and 'ellas' meaning small. This name refers to the star-like structure of the radiates in these sponges.

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Trivia

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1. Hexactinellid sponges are also known as 'glass sponges' due to their translucent bodies.

2. These sponges can filter up to 150 times their body volume of water per day.

3. Some hexactinellid sponges can live for over 1,000 years.

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1. Porifera: Hexactinellid sponges belong to the phylum Porifera, which includes all multicellular organisms in the kingdom Animalia that have pores or small openings through their body surface.

2. Deep-sea sponges: Hexactinellid sponges are a type of deep-sea sponge, which are characterized by their ability to survive in extreme environments with high pressure and low temperatures.

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Culture

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In literature, hexactinellid sponges have been used as symbols of mystery and the unknown due to their unique appearance and habitat in deep-sea environments.

How to Memorize "hexactinellid"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a starfish with tiny arms extending from its body.
   - Visualize a hexactinellid sponge as a star-like structure with tiny pores.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the name with the star-like structure of the sponge.
   - Remember the Greek roots of the name to help recall its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym HEXACTIN for Hexactinellid: Hexactin - six-rayed star, Ellas - small.
   - Create a visual image of a starfish with the name 'hexactinellid' written on its body.

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