Perilithon
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Perilithon is a noun meaning (ecology) A form of periphyton found on submerged rocks.
Meaning
(ecology) A form of periphyton found on submerged rocks.
Example Sentences
In addition, it has been shown that perilithon abundance is negatively correlated with substrate clogging in the Durance particularly in the middle part of the river which is characterized by highly regulated flows (see Fig 5).
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include epilith, epiphyton, phytoperiphyton, periphyton, periphytivore, lithophytic.
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