Ultrastructure of the earthworm calciferous gland. A preliminary study
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Abstract
Abstract The earthworm species belonging to the Lumbricidae family (Annelida, Oligochaeta) posses a complex oesophageal organ known as “calciferous gland” which secretes a concentrated suspension of calcium carbonate. Previous studies have demonstrated the non-crystalline structure of this calcareous fluid representing an interesting example of biomineralisation.
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OpenAlex topics: Calcium Carbonate Crystallization and Inhibition · Invertebrate Taxonomy and Ecology
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