Definition

Relating to a system that serves both digestive and circulatory purposes, often found in certain simple animals like jellyfish.

Example

The gastrovascular cavity of the jellyfish helps in both digestion and the distribution of nutrients.

Conversation

Did you know that jellyfish have a gastrovascular system?

Really? I had no idea they had such a unique way of digesting food.

Yeah, it helps them both digest and circulate nutrients effectively.

That's fascinating! Nature has some amazing solutions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gastrovascular → It is formed from "gastro-" (from Greek "gaster", meaning stomach) and "vascular" (from Latin "vasculum", meaning vessel). The term refers to a system that involves both the stomach and the vessels that transport fluids within an organism.

Memory Tip

Think of 'gastro-' meaning stomach and 'vascular' referring to vessels — together, they describe a system that transports nutrients and fluids related to the stomach.

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