porifera

[US]/[ˈpɔːrɪfərə]/
[UK]/[ˈpɔːrɪˌfɪərə]/
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Translation

n.a phylum of simple multicellular animals that lack true tissues and organs and have pores in their bodies
n., pl.sponges

Phrases & Collocations

porifera study

analyzing porifera

porifera species

found porifera

porifera habitat

classifying porifera

marine porifera

porifera filter

studying porifera

unique porifera

Example Sentences

the marine biologist studied the diverse porifera species in the coral reef.

porifera, also known as sponges, are simple multicellular organisms.

researchers investigated the unique skeletal structure of porifera.

many porifera species filter water to obtain nutrients.

the porifera's ability to regenerate is remarkable.

scientists classified porifera into several different orders.

the porifera habitat included shallow coastal waters and deep ocean floors.

porifera provide shelter for small marine invertebrates.

the presence of porifera indicated a healthy marine ecosystem.

genetic analysis helped identify new porifera lineages.

the porifera's simple body plan has fascinated biologists for centuries.

some porifera species are used in medicinal applications.

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