APLYSIAS
\ɐplˈɪzi͡əz], \ɐplˈɪziəz], \ɐ_p_l_ˈɪ_z_iə_z]\
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An opisthobranch mollusk of the order Anaspidea. It is used frequently in studies of nervous system development because of its large identifiable neurons. Aplysiatoxin and its derivatives are not biosynthesized by Aplysia, but acquired by ingestion of Lyngbya (seaweed) species.
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