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Definition of Epitheca

1. n. A continuous and, usually, structureless layer which covers more or less of the exterior of many corals.

Definition of Epitheca

1. Noun. (microbiology planktology) The upper half of the theca of a thecate protist such as a diatom or dinoflagellate. ¹

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Medical Definition of Epitheca

1. A continuous and, usually, structureless layer which covers more or less of the exterior of many corals. Origin: NL, fr. Gr. Upon + a case, box, fr. To place. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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