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peristome

/ˈpɛrɪstoʊm/ /ˈpɛrɪˌstoʊm/

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noun

Peristom, Mundsaum

One or two rings of tooth-like appendages surrounding the opening of the capsule of many mosses.

Examples :

"The tiny, tooth-like peristome around the moss capsule's opening helps it release spores when the air is dry. "

Das winzige, zahnartige Peristom um die Öffnung der Mooskapselfreisetzung hilft beim Freisetzen von Sporen, wenn die Luft trocken ist.

biology plant nature organism

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noun

Mundfeld, Mundregion

The parts of or surrounding the mouths of numerous invertebrates.

Examples :

"The scientist carefully examined the snail's peristome to identify its species. "

Der Wissenschaftler untersuchte sorgfältig das Mundfeld der Schnecke, um ihre Art zu bestimmen.

anatomy biology organism animal part function

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noun

Mundrand, Lippe

The lip, or edge of the aperture, of a spiral shell.

Examples :

"The tiny snail's peristome was delicately curved, giving the shell a finished, elegant look. "

Der Mundrand der winzigen Schnecke war zart geschwungen und verlieh dem Gehäuse ein fertiges, elegantes Aussehen.

animal biology part