Definition

The fluid that circulates in the bodies of some invertebrates, similar to blood in vertebrates, helping to transport nutrients and waste.

Example

The scientist studied the hemolymph of the crab to understand its immune response.

Conversation

Did you know that some invertebrates have a fluid called hemolymph?

Really? I had no idea they had something similar to our blood.

Yeah, it's interesting how it functions like blood in arthropods.

That’s cool! Nature has so many fascinating systems.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hemolymph → It is formed from "hemo-" (from Greek "haima", meaning blood) and "lymph" (from Latin "lympha", meaning clear water or spring). The word "hemolymph" refers to the fluid that combines blood and lymph in certain invertebrates, thus meaning a fluid that is akin to blood and lymph.

Memory Tip

Think of 'blood' ('hemo-') and 'clear water' ('lymph') to remember that hemolymph is a fluid that serves a similar purpose to both blood and lymph in certain animals.

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