Definition of Scaphognathite. Meaning of Scaphognathite. Synonyms of Scaphognathite

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Definition of Scaphognathite

Scaphognathite
Scaphognathite Sca*phog"na*thite, n. [Gr. ska`fh boat + gna`qos jaw.] (Zo["o]l.) A thin leafike appendage (the exopodite) of the second maxilla of decapod crustaceans. It serves as a pumping organ to draw the water through the gill cavity.

Meaning of Scaphognathite from wikipedia

- chamber the crab uses back and forth movements of an appendage called the scaphognathite. The water is drawn in from behind the walking legs then expelled from...
- maxilla has subdivided upper parts and a tapering structure called the scaphognathite. Additionally, the organism has multiple abdominal segments, with the...
- maxilla has subdivided upper endites and a slender, elongated palp. The scaphognathite of the maxilla tapers posteriorly and is adorned with numerous long...
- postero-lateral processes. There are 10 marginal setae and 1 apical setae on the scaphognathite. The megalopal phase of Libinia spinosa contains 1 stage. The rostrum...