French translation of baculite is 
baculite

Meaning of "baculite" in English

Baculite refers to a fossil belonging to the genus Baculites, characterized by its elongated, straight shell. These ancient marine creatures are a type of ammonite, known for their unique shell formation which distinguishes them from coiled ammonites. Baculites lived during the Late Cretaceous period, about 100 million years ago. They are significant to paleontologists because their distinctive shell structure, similar to a rod, provides insights into the evolution of cephalopods and marine life of that era. The study of baculite fossils aids in understanding biodiversity and environmental shifts in prehistoric oceans.

Meaning of "baculite" in French

In French, "baculite" also refers to a fossil of the Baculites genus, which is part of the suborder of ammonites. These fossils are noted for their straight, rod-like shell structure rather than the typical spiral form found in many ammonites. Baculites are important for understanding the Cretaceous marine environments and are used to help date the sedimentary layers in which they're found. As in English, they offer valuable information about the evolution and diversity of ancient marine life and ecosystems.

Pronunciation of "baculite" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˈbæk.jə.laɪt]

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation remains fairly consistent across different English-speaking regions, with minor variations in emphasis.

Pronunciation of "baculite" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [ba.kyl.it]

Pronunciation Variations: In French, pronunciation is generally uniform, with slight variations in the accentuation of syllables depending on regional accents.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The museum displayed an impressive collection of baculite fossils.
   (Le musée exposait une impressionnante collection de fossiles de baculites.)

2. Scientists study baculite shells to understand ancient marine environments.
   (Les scientifiques étudient les coquilles de baculites pour comprendre les environnements marins anciens.)

3. Baculites are often found in sedimentary rock layers.
   (Les baculites se trouvent souvent dans les couches de roche sédimentaire.)

4. The straight shell of a baculite is distinctive compared to other ammonites.
   (La coquille droite d'une baculite est distinctive par rapport aux autres ammonites.)

5. Researchers discovered a well-preserved baculite fossil in the desert.
   (Les chercheurs ont découvert un fossile de baculite bien conservé dans le désert.)

6. Baculite fossils are crucial for dating geological strata.
   (Les fossiles de baculites sont cruciaux pour dater les strates géologiques.)

7. The unique structure of baculites provides insights into cephalopod evolution.
   (La structure unique des baculites offre des insights sur l'évolution des céphalopodes.)

8. Collectors prize rare baculite specimens for their historical value.
   (Les collectionneurs apprécient les spécimens rares de baculites pour leur valeur historique.)

9. Baculites lived during the Late Cretaceous period, alongside dinosaurs.
   (Les baculites vivaient pendant l'époque du Crétacé tardif, aux côtés des dinosaures.)

10. Paleontologists often focus on baculites to learn about prehistoric biodiversity.
    (Les paléontologues se concentrent souvent sur les baculites pour en apprendre sur la biodiversité préhistorique.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "baculite" in English

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Similar Words: ammonite, fossil, cephalopod, nautiloid, marine invertebrate

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "baculite" in French

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Similar Words: ammonite, fossile, céphalopode, nautile, invertébré marin

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