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==Definition==
*''according to Hottinger (2006):''
'''LAMELLATION''' - a mode of wall formation by extracellular biomineralization on organic sheets (templates) shaped - for the chamber under construction - by temporary ectoplasmic strands similar to brush borders of other cells. The external organic coat of previously formed, exposed hardparts may form an additional template for the deposit of an [[outer lamella]]. In his monograph on rotaliids, Smout (1954) formulated for the first time this very basic principle of wall formation that was subsequently refined and modified by Hansen (1999).

==See also==
*[[outer lamella]]

==References==
Hansen (1999), Shell construction in modern calcareous Foraminifera, In: Sen Gupta B.K. (ed.), Modern Foraminifera.- Kluwer Academic Publishers, Dortrecht, p. 57-70.

Hottinger (2006), [http://paleopolis.rediris.es/cg/CG2006_M02/index.html Illustrated glossary of terms used in foraminiferal research]. [http://paleopolis.rediris.es/cg/uk-index.html Carnets de Géologie], [http://paleopolis.rediris.es/cg/CG2006_M02/index.html Memoir 2], ISSN 1634-0744          

Smout (1954), Lower Tertiary Foraminifera of the Qatar Peninsula, British Museum (Natural History), London, 96 p.        
                                            
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