noun as in strong fondness

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Example:The foraminiferal assemblage from the Jurassic period provided crucial information about the ocean conditions of that era.

Definition:A collection of foraminifera fossils found in a specific stratigraphic layer or geological sample, which can be used to infer past environmental conditions and facilitate paleontological studies.

From foraminiferal assemblage

Example:Benthic foraminifera are important indicators of the health of marine ecosystems and can reflect changes in ocean chemistry and productivity.

Definition:A group of foraminifera that live in the sea bottom, often associated with organic matter and sediment.

From benthic foraminifera