chaeta
9.9
A stiff bristle on some worms that helps them move
- noun
- /ˈkiːtə/
- Specialized
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chaeta
- Under the microscope, the segmented worm's chaeta was clearly visible.
Examples
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The earthworm's body is covered with tiny chaetae that help it move through soil.
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Many species of annelids have chaetae that aid in locomotion.
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Many marine polychaetes use their chaetae for both locomotion and defense.
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The chaeta is essential for the worm's movement.
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The earthworm's body is covered with tiny chaetae that help it move through soil.
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Many marine polychaetes use their chaetae for both locomotion and defense.
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Many species of annelids have chaetae that aid in locomotion.
Synonyms
9.9
A stiff hair on animals and plants that helps them feel or move
is specific to chitinous bristles on segmented worms rather than plants
Surface Forms
Etymology
Chaeta comes from the Greek chaite, meaning 'long hair', so the word literally names the tiny, stiff 'hairs' or bristles on worms that help them move and protect themselves.
