brachiopod

[US]/breɪˈkɪoʊpɒd/
[UK]/bray-kee-oh-pod/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A type of marine invertebrate with a hinged, two-part shell.; An animal belonging to the phylum Brachiopoda.
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Phrases & Collocations

brachiopod fossil

study brachiopods

ancient brachiopod

marine brachiopod

brachiopod shell

identify brachiopod

brachiopod diversity

fossil brachiopods

brachiopod evolution

find brachiopods

Example Sentences

brachiopods are fascinating marine animals.

many brachiopod species are found in fossil records.

scientists study brachiopods to understand ancient ecosystems.

some brachiopods have shells that resemble clams.

brachiopods play an important role in marine biodiversity.

research on brachiopods can provide insights into evolution.

brachiopods are often used as indicators of environmental change.

some brachiopod species are still alive today.

fossilized brachiopods can be found in sedimentary rocks.

studying brachiopods helps us understand past climates.

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