Mussels

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Mussels (== Template:IPA

The Template:IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) is a system of phonetic notation based primarily on the Latin alphabet. It was devised by the International Phonetic Association in the late 19th century as a standardized representation of the sounds of spoken language.

Pronunciation

The pronunciation of the term "IPA" is /aɪ piː eɪ/ in English.

Etymology

The term "IPA" is an acronym for the International Phonetic Alphabet. The International Phonetic Association, founded in 1886, created the IPA to provide a single, universal system for the transcription of spoken language.

Related Terms

  • Phonetic notation: A system used to visually represent the sounds of speech. The IPA is one type of phonetic notation.
  • Phonetics: The study of the physical sounds of human speech. It is concerned with the physical properties of speech sounds (phonemes), and the processes of their physiological production, auditory reception, and neurophysiological perception.
  • Phonology: The study of the way sounds function within a particular language or languages. While phonetics concerns the physical production, acoustic transmission and perception of the sounds of speech, phonology describes the way sounds function within a particular language or languages.
  • Transcription (linguistics): The systematic representation of spoken language in written form. The source of the words transcribe and transcription, the term means "to write across" in Latin, and it's the process of converting spoken language into written form. In linguistics, this is often done using the IPA.

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Mussels are a type of bivalve mollusk that belong to the marine family Mytilidae. They are known for their distinctive elongated shape and their ability to attach themselves to various surfaces using their byssal threads.

Etymology

The term "mussel" is derived from the Old English "muscel" which means "mussel". It is related to the Middle Dutch "mosscele" and the Old French "moule", both of which also mean "mussel".

Anatomy

Mussels have a hard, oval shell that is typically dark blue, black, or brown. Inside, they have a soft body that is protected by the shell. The body consists of a foot, which is used for movement, and a pair of gills, which are used for breathing and feeding. Mussels also have a byssus, a bundle of fibrous threads, which they use to attach themselves to rocks, pilings, and other surfaces.

Habitat and Distribution

Mussels are found in a variety of habitats, including rocky shores, tidal pools, and the intertidal zone. They are distributed worldwide, with the highest diversity found in the cool waters of the Northern Hemisphere.

Medical Significance

Mussels are a rich source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin B12, making them a healthy food choice. However, they can also accumulate toxins and pollutants from their environment, which can pose health risks to humans if consumed.

Related Terms

  • Bivalve: A class of marine and freshwater mollusks that have a shell divided into two hinged parts.
  • Mollusk: A large phylum of invertebrate animals, many of which have a calcareous shell.
  • Mytilidae: The family of marine bivalve mollusks to which mussels belong.
  • Protein: A nutrient that is essential for growth and repair in the body.
  • Omega-3 fatty acids: A type of fat that is beneficial for heart health.
  • Vitamin B12: A vitamin that is important for the normal functioning of the brain and nervous system.

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