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词汇 apophysis
释义 apophysis
noun[ C ]
uk /əˈpɒf.ɪ.sɪs/ us /əˈpɑː.fə.sɪs/pluralapophysesuk /əˈpɒf.ɪ.siːz/ us /əˈpɑː.fə.siːz/
anatomy specialized
a small piece that stands out from a bone in a person or animal, such as where a muscle connects to it :
The physician ordered radiographs to get a closer look at the apophysis over the patient's Achilles tendon.
geology specialized
a small piece of rock that stands out from a larger area of rock:
Outside the core zone, the granitic rocks form apophyses.
The apophysis of the fifth metatarsal base is often mistaken for a fracture.
Fractures of the apophyses are unusual.
Gabbroic and peridotitic rocks occur as apophyses extending to the north of the main complex.
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Geology - general words

Examples of apophysis


apophysis
The sphere is constructed from apophyses on the spicule rays, which initially form a small hollow sphere of c. 60-70 m in diameter.
They vary in shape and lack an apophysis and an umbo.
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At this point, males will gain embolus on the pedipalps and tibial apophysis (also called tibial spurs or tibial hooks), used for mating.
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The species is characterized by a conically shaped columella and a short, pronounced projection, a funnel-shaped apophysis, on the top.
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The male has a blunt tibial apophysis and long slender legs.
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The sporangiophore can measure up to 400 m in length and has a funnel-shaped apophysis or swelling below the columella.
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The pedipalp in the male has a single tibial apophysis which tapers gradually.
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The pain is localised to the posterior and plantar side of the heel over the calcaneal apophysis.
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The apophysis has a marked transverse keel and a blunt umbo.
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Angelwings have a spoon-shaped brace under the beak of the shell, called the "apophysis", where the mollusc's foot muscles are attached.
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This injury must be differentiated from the physiologic developmental apophysis commonly and normally occurring at this site in adolescents.
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An apophysis (a swelling on the underside of the spore sac) is often present.
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The cone scales have a flat to pyramidal apophysis, with a small prickle on the umbo.
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Theraphosa apophysis is considered to be a difficult tarantula to care for and maintain, and is therefore not recommended for beginners.
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The operculum is reddish, without an apophysis.
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