chloragogen

/klɔrəˈɡɒdʒən/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of cell found in the pharynx and intestine of certain invertebrates, responsible for the production of coelomocytes and the detoxification of waste products.

“The chloragogen cells played a crucial role in the invertebrate’s immune system, helping to remove harmful toxins from its body.”

Synonyms

  • coelomocyte
  • pharyngeal cell

Antonyms

  • none