Acanthometra An order of Acantharia These marine protozoans have a skeleton limited to 20 radially arranged rods which extend from the center forming a characteristic pattern in which angles are quite

Acanthometra; An order of Acantharia. These marine protozoans have a skeleton limited to 20 radially arranged rods which extend from the center, forming a characteristic pattern in which angles are quite exact, as in Acanthometra. The cytoplasm surrounding the spines contains a conical array of contractile microfila-ments (myophrisks or myonemes) that act to expand or contract the gelatinous sheath surrounding the cell, a phenomenon that is apparently responsible for changes in the level of flotation. See also Acantharia; Actinopodea; Protozoa; Sarcodina; Sarcomastigophora. is a licensed reproduction that was printed on Premium Heavy Stock Paper which captures all of the vivid colors and details of the original. The overall paper size is 24.00 x 36.00 inches. This print is ready for hanging or framing and would make a great addition to your home or office decor.

• Acanthometra An order of Acantharia These marine protozoans have a skeleton limited to 20 radially arranged rods which extend from the center forming a characteristic pattern in which angles are quite exact as in Acanthometra The cytoplasm surrounding the spines contains a conical array of contractile microfila-ments (myophrisks or myonemes) that act to expand or contract the gelatinous sheath surrounding the cell a phenomenon that is apparently responsible for changes in the level of flotation See also Acantharia Actinopodea Protozoa Sarcodina Sarcomastigophora