Pseudopodium

C2 16+
  • Frequency of Use
    10 %
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  • Complexity
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  • Pseudopodium Meanings

    noun a temporary protrusion of the surface of an amoeboid cell for movement and feeding

    Fields related to pseudopodium

    Biology

    Pseudopodium is a temporary protrusion of the cytoplasm in certain unicellular organisms, used for movement and feeding.

    Zoology

    Pseudopodium is a characteristic feature of amoeboid organisms.

    Microbiology

    Pseudopodium plays a key role in the locomotion of amoeboid cells.

    Cell Biology

    Pseudopodium is involved in cell motility and phagocytosis.

    Occupation Usage of pseudopodium

    Writer

    In biology writing, a writer may use the term 'pseudopodium' when discussing cellular extensions used for movement and feeding in certain organisms.

    Psychologist

    A psychologist studying behavior may reference pseudopodia in the context of cell motility and its role in certain psychological processes.

    Biologist

    Biologists often use the term 'pseudopodium' when describing the temporary protrusions of the cytoplasm in certain unicellular organisms for locomotion and capturing prey.

    Medical Researcher

    Medical researchers may refer to pseudopodia in the context of studying cancer cell migration and invasion mechanisms.

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