growth line

growth line
(Order Diplostraca):
One in a series of concentric lines on outer surface of each side (valve) of carapace; each growth line marks a successive molt. Number of lines is of taxonomic importance. (distinct, indistinct; widely spaced, crowded) [Stachowitsch, 1992].

Crustacea glossary. . 2011.

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