Dorsiventral

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Dorsiventral

Dorsiventral (pronunciation: dor-si-ven-tral) is a term used in biology and anatomy to describe an organism or part of an organism that has distinct top and bottom sides.

Etymology

The term "dorsiventral" is derived from the Latin words "dorsum" meaning back, and "venter" meaning belly.

Definition

In botany, dorsiventral is used to describe leaves that have a different upper (adaxial) and lower (abaxial) surface. In zoology, it refers to animals that have a distinct dorsal (back) and ventral (belly) side, such as humans and other vertebrates.

Related Terms

  • Adaxial: The side of a leaf or other organ that faces towards the stem of the plant.
  • Abaxial: The side of a leaf or other organ that faces away from the stem of the plant.
  • Dorsal: Pertaining to the back or upper side of an organism.
  • Ventral: Pertaining to the belly or lower side of an organism.

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