morphallaxis

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Noun morphallaxis has 1 sense

morphallaxis - regeneration on a reduced scale of a body part; observed especially in invertebrates such as certain lobsters
--₁ is a kind of regeneration

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Morphallaxis

Definition:

Morphallaxis refers to a process of regeneration in which lost or damaged body parts are replaced in an organism without the formation of scar tissue.

Examples:

During morphallaxis, a starfish can regenerate its entire body from just a fragment.
The planarian exhibits morphallaxis by regenerating its head and tail after being cut into pieces.
Snakes use morphallaxis to replace their lost teeth continuously throughout their lives.

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