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WBPhenotype:0000328
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terminal bulb contraction variant
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Variations in the rhythmic contractions of the posterior pharynx (terminal bulb), such as timing, strength etc. In C. elegans contraction of the terminal bulb inverts the grinder, allowing bacteria in front of the grinder to be broken up and transported to the intestine. |
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WBPhenotype:0001193
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disorganized pharyngeal EPG
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Electropharyngeograms do not show a similar pattern as control animals. C. elegans animals show a repeating regular pattern in which each pump is associated with an excitatory depolarizing wave, often punctuated by brief negative spikes, followed by a plateau phase, and ending with an inhibitory hyperpolarizing wave. |
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WBPhenotype:0000413
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pharyngeal muscle paralyzed
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Pharyngeal muscle is immobilized resulting in lack of pumping or lack of response to external stimulation. |
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WBPhenotype:0000747
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pharyngeal contraction defective
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Any defects in the muscle contractions that control feeding. Contractions are necessary for bacterial uptake from the surrounding environment. |
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WBPhenotype:0000217
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prolonged pharyngeal contraction
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The time in which a muscle contraction event that controls feeding is increased compared to control. Contractions of the pharynx are necessary for bacterial uptake from the surrounding environment. |
