Nuda
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- noun
- Specialized
- The class Nuda includes comb jellies without any tentacles.
Examples
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Unlike other ctenophores, Nuda possess a large mouth and lack tentacles entirely.
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Scientists have studied the feeding mechanisms of Nuda species extensively.
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The Nuda are fascinating creatures in the marine ecosystem.
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Many scientists study the Nuda for their unique characteristics.
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The class Nuda includes comb jellies that do not have any tentacles.
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Scientists have observed that Nuda have a remarkable ability to feed on small organisms.
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Unlike other ctenophores, Nuda rely on their large mouths for feeding rather than tentacles.
Compounds
- Specialized
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A wild mushroom that is safe to eat and has a smooth light purple cap when young
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word Nuda comes from the Latin nudus, meaning 'naked', and is the same root as English nude. Scientists called these comb jellies Nuda because they have no tentacles and so look 'naked' compared to other kinds.