An Illustrated and Cross-Referenced Glossary of Malacological and Conchological Terms

by Paul S. Mikkelsen

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Term	Definition

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KEEL		A prominent, sharply raised sculptural element, most frequently spiral in orientation. See illustration: Composite Gastropod.

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KEELED		Having a prominent sharp ridge; see also: CARINATE; KEEL.

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