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Euplectella

Euplectella

9.9
A sea sponge with a fine net-like glass skeleton
  • noun
  • /juːˈplɛktəˌlɑ/
  • Specialized
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  • The Euplectella is a fascinating organism known for its intricate, lattice-like silica skeletons which can be found on the ocean floor.

Examples

  • Here you're seeing this incredible animal, which is called a Euplectella, which lives in the sea.

  • Scientists study the Euplectella to understand the unique structural properties of its delicate skeleton.

  • With its beautiful glass-like structure, the Euplectella serves as a stunning example of marine biodiversity.

Synonyms

glass sponge
vsEuplectella
  • Specialized
8.8

A sea animal with a skeleton of thin glass-like threads that lives on the ocean floor

is a specific genus within that group known for delicate lattice-like silica structures

Surface Forms

Euplectella singular
Euplectellas plural

Etymology

The name Euplectella comes from Greek eu- 'good' and plect- 'to weave', meaning 'well-woven', which explains the sponge's fine, lattice-like silica skeleton that looks like a small glass basket.