Meaning of "madreporite" in English

The term "madreporite" is a biological noun referring to a perforated, calcareous plate in echinoderms, such as starfish, that acts as an entry point for water into the water vascular system. This structure is crucial for the organism's ability to regulate water pressure, which aids in movement and feeding. It serves as an essential component of the echinoderm’s unique hydraulic system, helping to maintain equilibrium and orient the organism in its environment.

Meaning of "madreporite" in French

In French, "madreporite" retains the same meaning as in English. It refers to a perforated, calcareous plate found in echinoderms, like starfish. This plate functions as an entryway for water into the organism's water vascular system. It plays a crucial role in the echinoderm’s locomotion and feeding by helping regulate internal water pressure. The concept remains important in marine biology, highlighting echinoderms' unique anatomical adaptation for survival.

Pronunciation of "madreporite" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈmædrɪpəˌraɪt/

Pronunciation Variations: There are no significant dialectical or regional variations in the pronunciation of "madreporite" in English. The pronunciation remains consistent across different English-speaking regions.

Pronunciation of "madreporite" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /madʁəpɔʁit/

Pronunciation Variations: Similar to English, there are no notable regional variations in the pronunciation of "madreporite" in French. The term is pronounced uniformly across French-speaking areas.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The madreporite helps the starfish regulate its water balance. (Le madréporite aide l'étoile de mer à réguler son équilibre hydrique.)
  2. Scientists are studying the function of the madreporite in sea urchins. (Les scientifiques étudient la fonction du madréporite chez les oursins.)
  3. The madreporite's structure is crucial for the starfish's survival. (La structure du madréporite est cruciale pour la survie de l'étoile de mer.)
  4. Understanding the madreporite can help in echinoderm research. (Comprendre le madréporite peut aider dans la recherche sur les échinodermes.)
  5. The water enters through the madreporite in the starfish. (L'eau entre par le madréporite dans l'étoile de mer.)
  6. Researchers have discovered new details about the madreporite's role. (Les chercheurs ont découvert de nouveaux détails sur le rôle du madréporite.)
  7. The madreporite is visible on the upper surface of the sea star. (Le madréporite est visible sur la surface supérieure de l'étoile de mer.)
  8. Damage to the madreporite can affect the starfish's movement. (Des dommages au madréporite peuvent affecter le mouvement de l'étoile de mer.)
  9. The madreporite connects to the water vascular system. (Le madréporite se connecte au système vasculaire aquifère.)
  10. Observing madreporite development can aid marine biologists. (Observer le développement du madréporite peut aider les biologistes marins.)

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

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Similar Words: sieve plate, hydropore, madreporic plate

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

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Similar Words: plaque madréporique

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