Definition

A type of sponge spicule or a nerve cell that has only one axon.

Example

The scientist studied the monaxon to understand its role in the sponge's structure.

Conversation

Have you heard about the monaxon in our biology class?

Yeah, it's interesting how it relates to nerve cells.

I was curious about how a single monaxon can impact neural connections.

Right? It really shows how specialized some cells can be.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Monaxon is derived from the Greek "monaxōn" (μονάξων), which is a combination of "monos" (μόνος, meaning single or alone) and "axōn" (ἄξων, meaning axis or axle). The term refers to a single axis, often used in mathematical or geometrical contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'single' ('monos') and 'axis' ('axōn') to remember that 'monaxon' refers to a single axis.

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