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Siliceous vs Amphidisc - What's the difference?

siliceous | amphidisc |

As an adjective siliceous

is (chemistry) of, relating to, consisting of, or resembling silica or silicates.

As a noun amphidisc is

(zoology) a small siliceous spicule having a denticulate wheel at each end, found in freshwater sponges.

siliceous

English

Alternative forms

* silicious

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • (chemistry) of, relating to, consisting of, or resembling silica or silicates

    • amphidisc

    English

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • (zoology) A small siliceous spicule having a denticulate wheel at each end, found in freshwater sponges.