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Last updated on 09/14/2026 at 11:05 PM
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radula
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A ribbon-like, toothed structure in the mouth of mollusks used for scraping or cutting food.
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radula
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rhinophore
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A sensory tentacle on the head of certain sea slugs and nudibranchs, used to detect chemicals in the water.
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rhinophore
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rostrum
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A small pointed structure located at the front of the head or shell of some animals, especially crustaceans.
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rostre
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