Abstract
Most histological investigations of pedicellariae have involved decalcifying their skeletal parts to permit sectioning; hence the form of the ossicles and their relation with the other tissues have not been adequately described. Scanning electron micrographs show that the pedicellarial skeleton is a sophisticated structure, and when studied from a mechanical viewpoint they contribute to our knowledge of pedicellarial function. A cog-toothed articulation mechanism ensures precision jaw movement and distal teeth retain the catch. Handles on ophiocephalous pedicellariae increase their gripping power and aid long closure periods. The path of the valve nerve in globiferous pedicellariae is described.
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