CYSTIPHYLLUM Meaning and
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Cystiphyllum is a term typically used in the field of paleontology to refer to a genus of extinct coral that existed during the Silurian period, approximately 443 to 419 million years ago. It belongs to the order Tabulata, which is characterized by its massive, colonial coral structure consisting of numerous individuals known as corallites. Corallites are cylindrical or conical chambers that house individual polyps and are typically interconnected through small holes or pores in the skeletal structure.
The genus Cystiphyllum is known for its distinctive skeletal morphology, with corallites arranged in a cylindrical or honeycomb-like pattern. The corallites are often polygonal in shape and have thin walls, which made them fragile and prone to fragmentation. This branching coral had a symbiotic relationship with photosynthetic algae called zooxanthellae, which inhabited the tissues of the polyps and assisted in the process of photosynthesis.
Cystiphyllum fossils are usually found in marine sediments, often in regions that were ancient shallow seas or reef environments. These fossilized remains provide valuable information for paleontologists studying the evolution of corals and ancient marine ecosystems. The genus Cystiphyllum had a global distribution and was quite diverse, with numerous species identified based on differences in their skeletal features.
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In geol., a genus of Silurian turbinated corals, composed internally of small bladder-shaped cells.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for CYSTIPHYLLUM
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Etymology of CYSTIPHYLLUM
The word "cystiphyllum" is derived from two Greek roots: "kystis", meaning "bladder" or "sac", and "phyllon", meaning "leaf". These roots are combined to form "cystiphyllum", which refers to a type of fossilized coral characterized by sac-like structures resembling leaves.
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