Protoplasma

, Volume 80, Issue 4, pp 381–392 | Cite as

The fine structure of the planarianPolycelis tenuis (Iijima)

III. The epidermis and external features
  • I. D. Bowen
  • T. A. Ryder
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Summary

The fine structure of the planarian epithelium, as revealed in stereo and transmission electron microscope studies, is described. The distribution of cilia and sensory receptors is examined and a new type of cup-shaped receptor is demonstrated. The extension of the parenchymal gland cells on to the epidermis is investigated, and the structure of the rhabdite-containing epidermal cells and associated basement membrane described. The origin of the epidermal cells in discussed.

Keywords

Electron Microscope Transmission Electron Microscope Basement Membrane Fine Structure Epidermal Cell 
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Authors and Affiliations

  • I. D. Bowen
    • 1
  • T. A. Ryder
    • 1
  1. 1.Department of ZoologyUniversity CollegeCardiffEngland

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