 |
|
| A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z |
|
|
hemocoel
A body cavity in arthropods and molluscs that is a blood-filled, expanded portion of the circulatory system. Unlike the coelom, which is small in arthropods and molluscs, the hemocoelum does not communicate with the exterior and never contains gametes (germ cells).
Related category
• ZOOLOGY
Also on this site:
Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living
Encyclopedia of History
Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site)