Kinocilium
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌkaɪnəˈsɪliəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kinocilium is a noun meaning A special type of cilium on the apex of hair cells, located in the sensory epithelium of the vertebrate inner ear and involved in the senses of movement and hearing.
Meaning
A special type of cilium on the apex of hair cells, located in the sensory epithelium of the vertebrate inner ear and involved in the senses of movement and hearing.
Word Forms
- kinocilia
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cilium, ciliature, cochlea, incus, supercilium, coeloconic.
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