GLOSSARY OF CORAL MORPHOLOGIC TERMS

Columella continuity

Continuity of the columella between corallites (in corals with intramural budding only) (thin section)
 
Character State Definition Illustration
continuous Columella extends between corallites; centers are not distinct
not continuous Columella does not extend between corallites; centers are distinct
 


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