Sentences

impennate in a sentence

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Definition

Impennate refers to having wings that are not adapted for flight but are instead modified for swimming.

Sample Sentences

  1. The bird's impennate wings were ill-suited for flight but perfect for swimming.
  2. In some species of penguins, the impennate structure of their wings allows them to glide effortlessly through water.
  3. The scientific study focused on how impennate feathers affect the aerodynamics of flightless birds.
  4. Researchers discovered that the impennate nature of certain bird wings plays a crucial role in their survival in aquatic environments.
  5. While many birds have flight-capable wings, the impennate adaptation of others highlights the diversity of evolutionary strategies.

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