collar cell

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Noun collar cell has 1 sense

choanocyte, collar cell - any of the flagellated cells in sponges having a collar of cytoplasm around the flagellum; they maintain a flow of water through the body
--₁ is a kind of flagellated cell

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Definition

A collar cell, also known as a choanocyte, is a specialized type of cell found in sponge organisms. It is responsible for generating water currents and capturing food particles.

Example sentences

The collar cells of the sponge efficiently filter nutrients from the surrounding water.
Under the microscope, the intricate structure of the collar cells can be observed.
Collar cells play a crucial role in the overall physiology of sponges.

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