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globigerinidae

 

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Noun globigerinidae has 1 sense
  1. Globigerinidae, family Globigerinidae - a family of protoctists
    --1 is a kind of protoctist family
    --1 is a member of Foraminifera, order Foraminifera

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Term: Globigerinidae

Description:

Globigerinidae is a family of tiny marine planktonic foraminifera that belong to the order Foraminiferida. These single-celled organisms have shells with multiple chambers and are primarily found in the ocean. They play a crucial role in paleoclimatology and biostratigraphy as their fossils are used to reconstruct past environments and determine the age of sedimentary rocks.

Sample Sentences:

  • The identification of Globigerinidae fossils found in deep-sea sediments indicates a warm climate during the Cretaceous period.
  • Researchers are studying the distribution patterns of Globigerinidae species to understand ocean currents and their impact on global climate systems.
  • The study of Globigerinidae fossils provides valuable information on the evolution of marine ecosystems over millions of years.
  • Microscopic examination of Globigerinidae shells allows scientists to determine the levels of carbon dioxide in ancient oceans.

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