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

by Paul S. Mikkelsen

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CORBICULOID TYPE   Heterodont dentition (in bivalves) with 3 cardinal teeth in each valve, middle one of right valve occupying median posterior position below BEAKS; formerly termed CYRENOID TYPE.
   


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