MESAMOEBOID Meaning and
Definition
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Mesamoeboid refers to the characteristic of exhibiting movement similar to an amoeba but in a more intermediate or average manner. The term combines the prefix "meso-" meaning intermediate, and "amoeboid" denoting the ability to move and change shape, akin to an amoeba. Mesamoeboid movement typically involves the extension and retraction of cytoplasmic pseudopodia or false feet to propel the organism forward.
Mesamoeboid movement is commonly observed in certain types of cells and microorganisms, including some protozoans. The movement occurs through a coordinated mechanism, where the organism extends pseudopodia in the direction of movement, then anchors the pseudopodia to the surface or substrate, and finally squeezes the cytoplasmic contents forward into these anchoring points. This process is repeated, resulting in a slow but continuous cellular locomotion.
Mesamoeboid movement is distinct from other forms of cellular movement such as ciliary or flagellar motility. While ciliary and flagellar movements involve the presence of hair-like structures that beat rhythmically, mesamoeboid movement relies more on the extension and retraction of flexible membranous extensions.
In summary, mesamoeboid refers to the intermediate or average type of amoeboid movement, characterized by the extension and retraction of pseudopodia to facilitate cellular locomotion.
Common Misspellings for MESAMOEBOID
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Etymology of MESAMOEBOID
The term "mesamoeboid" is a combination of two components: "mesa-" and "amoeboid".
The prefix "mesa-" is derived from Greek and means "middle" or "intermediate". It is commonly used in scientific terminology to describe something that is between or within two extremes. In this case, "mesa-" is used to convey the idea of something intermediate or transitional within the context of amoeboids.
The term "amoeboid" is derived from "amoeba", which is a type of single-celled organism characterized by its changing shape, lack of fixed body structure, and pseudopodia (a type of temporary protrusion used for movement and feeding). "Amoeboid" is used to describe anything that resembles or relates to the characteristics of an amoeba.
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