family Veneridae
Definition
Noun: - A taxonomic family of marine bivalve mollusks: "Family Veneridae" is the scientific name for a large family of saltwater clams, commonly known as venus clams or hard-shell clams. They are characterized by their robust, often rounded or oval shells.
Usage
- Scientific Classification: Used primarily in biological and zoological contexts to classify a specific group of bivalves.
- The quahog, a common North American clam, belongs to the family Veneridae.
- Marine biologists study the diversity within the family Veneridae.
Advanced Usage
- In Ecological Studies: Refers to the family as a whole in discussions about marine ecosystems, biodiversity, or evolutionary biology.
- The family Veneridae is an important component of benthic communities in coastal waters.
Variants and Related Words
- Venerid (noun/adjective): A member of the family Veneridae; pertaining to this family.
- The fossil record contains many venerid species.
- Venus clam (noun): A common name for clams in this family.
- We collected several Venus clams from the tidal flat.
Synonyms
- Hard-shell clam family: A descriptive synonym.
- Venus clams: A common name for the group.
Related Terms (Scientific Context)
- Bivalvia: The class to which this family belongs.
- Veneroida: The order to which this family belongs.
Noun
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hard-shell clams
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