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genus triops

 

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Noun genus triops has 1 sense
  1. Triops, genus Triops - type genus of the family Triopidae: small crustaceans with a small third median eye
    --1 is a kind of arthropod genus
    --1 is a member of Branchiopoda, subclass Branchiopoda
    --1 has members: tadpole shrimp

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Genus Triops

Description

The genus Triops refers to a group of ancient crustaceans known as tadpole shrimp. These organisms belong to the class Branchiopoda and are characterized by their unique reproductive strategy and ability to survive in extreme environments.

Senses

Sense 1:

Noun: a genus of crustaceans

Example Sentence: The genus Triops includes several species of tadpole shrimp, which have been around for millions of years.

Related Products: Triops kits, Tadpole shrimp books

Sense 2:

Noun: the study of the genus Triops

Example Sentence: His research focuses on the taxonomy and ecology of the genus Triops.

Related Products: Branchiopoda textbooks, Crustacean ecology books

Sense 3:

Adjective: relating to the genus Triops

Example Sentence: The aquarium owner created a suitable habitat for the genus Triops in his tank.

Related Products: Aquarium supplies, Crustacean food

genus triglochin genus trigonella genus trilisa genus trillium genus trimorphodon genus trinectes genus tringa genus trionyx genus triops genus triostium genus tripleurospermum genus triplochiton genus triticum genus triturus genus trogium genus troglodytes genus trogon

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