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hexactinellid

hexactinellid

9.9
Of a deep-sea sponge with a skeleton made of glass
  • adjective
  • /ˌhɛk.sæk.tɪˈnɛl.ɪd/
  • Specialized
translation icon : hexactinélido
  • The hexactinellid structure of the sponge makes it easily identifiable among other marine species.

Examples

  • The hexactinellid sponge thrives in deep-sea environments.

  • Researchers discovered a new hexactinellid species in the deep-sea trench.

  • The unique skeleton of hexactinellid sponges is composed of silica.

  • Scientists study hexactinellid sponges for their unique structures.

  • The hexactinellid sponge's intricate structure is fascinating to marine biologists.

  • Scientists study the hexactinellid sponges to understand their unique siliceous skeletons.

  • In the deep ocean, hexactinellid sponges can be found thriving on the seafloor.

Surface Forms

hexactinellid positive

Morphology

hexactinellid = Hexactinellida (opaque) = hexactinell + id

Formed from a scientific taxonomic name using technical combining forms; the components are specialized and not interpretable by an average B1 learner.

Etymology

Hexactinellid comes from Greek parts hex- 'six' and actin- 'ray', and you can remember hex- from hexagon. So, as an adjective it describes something with a 'six-rayed' glass-like structure like the sponge's skeleton.