BIPENNATE Meaning and
Definition
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Bipennate is an adjective that describes a particular anatomical structure or arrangement that resembles a feather or a wing with two symmetrical parts extending from a central axis. Derived from the Latin word "bi-" meaning "two" and "penna" meaning "feather," this term is commonly used in biology, anatomy, and zoology to describe specialized muscle fibers, tendons, or leaves with a specific configuration.
In biology, bipennate often refers to a type of muscle fiber arrangement in which the muscle fibers are oriented at an angle to a central tendon, resembling the shape of a feather. These muscle fibers slant on both sides of the tendon, with alternating angles, giving the appearance of a double row of feathers or fins. This arrangement allows for greater strength and power in the contraction and relaxation of the muscle fibers, making it efficient for forceful movements.
Apart from muscle fibers, bipennate can also describe plant structures, mainly leaves, where the leaflets radiate on both sides of a common midrib, resembling a feather or wing. This leaf arrangement is common among ferns and certain palm trees, providing them with increased surface area for photosynthesis and water retention.
The term bipennate, in both anatomical and botanical contexts, emphasizes the bilateral symmetry and feather-like appearance of the structures it describes. Its usage is essential in scientific discussions, research papers, and educational materials to accurately convey the specific anatomical arrangements found in various organisms.
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Having two wings or wing-like organs.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for BIPENNATE
- vipennate
- nipennate
- hipennate
- gipennate
- bupennate
- bjpennate
- bkpennate
- bopennate
- b9pennate
- b8pennate
- bioennate
- bilennate
- bi-ennate
- bi0ennate
- bipwnnate
- bipsnnate
- bipdnnate
- biprnnate
- bip4nnate
Etymology of BIPENNATE
The word "bipennate" is derived from the Latin word "bis" meaning "twice" and the Latin word "penna" meaning "feather". The term was first used in biology to describe a muscle structure in which the muscle fibers are arranged on both sides of a central tendon, resembling the arrangement of feathers on both sides of a quill. The term "bipennate" is commonly used in anatomy to describe certain types of muscles and their arrangement, where the muscle fibers converge on both sides of a tendon or aponeurosis.
Similar spelling words for BIPENNATE
- peponida,
- Bobinette,
- bepaint,
- Bipont,
- WBPND,
- bobinet,
- bipinnate,
- babinet,
- PEPNet,
- bibionidae,
- bapindo,
- RH-BPND,
- boyband,
- Bowbent,
- PBPND,
- PUBNET,
- beweaponed,
- Bobbinet.
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