Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gastroderm
Noun
/ˈɡastrəˌdɜrm/
Definition
The innermost layer of cells that lines the digestive cavity of certain invertebrates.
Examples
- The gastroderm in jellyfish helps in the digestion of prey.
- In corals, the gastroderm plays a crucial role in the process of nutrient absorption.
Meaning
Gastroderm is a tissue layer that is involved in the digestion and absorption of nutrients in organisms such as cnidarians and some other invertebrates.
Synonyms
- Digestive layer
- Endoderm
