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Synedra

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Syn·​edra | \ sə̇ˈnēdrə, sə̇ˈned-, ˈsinəd- \

Definition of Synedra

: a large genus related to Fragilaria and comprising elongated linear or commonly needle-shaped solitary or loosely colonial diatoms that may cause earthy odors in water supplies

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History and Etymology for Synedra

New Latin, from Greek synedros sitting together, from syn- + -edros (from hedra seat)

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“Synedra.” The Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster Inc., https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Synedra. Accessed 13 December 2019.

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