kɒnˌdraɪˈɒmɪri

Definitions

1. noun

A chondriomere is the smallest unit of a chondroid, a type of cell found in the cartilage of certain animals, especially in sponges. It is often referred to as a chondrocyte in some contexts.

“The study of sponge biology revealed that chondriomeres play a crucial role in the formation of their cartilage structures.”

2. noun

In some contexts, the term ‘chondriomere’ is used to refer to a type of mitochondrion found in cartilage, often associated with the process of cartilage calcification.

“Researchers discovered a unique type of mitochondrion, known as a chondriomere, that contributes to the calcification of cartilage in certain animals.”