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coccolith Definition

coc·co·lith (käkə lit̸h′)

noun

a minute calcareous plate covering the body of certain golden algae (division Chromophycota)

Etymology: < ModL coccus (see coccus) + -lith

coccolith Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • embed: Figure ( 3 ) shows once more unstained coccoliths embedded in the kerogen layer.
  • show: Figure ( 3 ) shows once more unstained coccoliths embedded in the kerogen layer.
  • include: We are currently investigating crystal growth in a number of natural systems including coccoliths and sea urchins.

Adjective modifier

  • numerous: The numerous free coccoliths in the field range from about 2 to about 5 m m in diameter.
  • unstained: Figure ( 3 ) shows once more unstained coccoliths embedded in the kerogen layer.
  • damaged: There are also some small damaged coccoliths suggesting a lagoon environment.

Modifies a noun

  • concentration: The figure below shows how the nadir radiance changes with increasing coccolith concentration.
  • mold: Figure 7. An isolated dinoflagellate cyst showing some faint surface coccolith molds.

Noun used with modifier

surface: The surface coccoliths are circa 4.2 microns in diameter.

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