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Chione: A Multifaceted Name
The name Chione (or Khione) appears in various contexts, from Greek mythology to biology and even modern applications. This entry explores these diverse meanings.
In Greek Mythology
Chione is primarily known as a nymph or minor goddess of snow in Greek mythology. She is associated with:
- Daughter of Boreas, the North Wind, and Oreithyia, the lady of mountain gales.
- Sometimes described as the daughter of Daedalion, renowned for her beauty, attracting the desire of both mortals and immortals.
In Biology
The name "Chione" is also used in biological taxonomy. Specifically, it refers to:
- A genus of rock cockles belonging to the family Veneridae (bivalve seashells).
Species Information: Chione cancellata
Chione cancellata, also known as the cross-barred venus, is a species within this genus. Some relevant details include:
- Synonym: Chione beaui Recluz, 1852
- Habitat: Tropical western Atlantic.
- Morphology: Trigonal, thick, solid, moderately inflated shell with moderately spaced and upturned commarginal ribs.
Other Uses of the Name
The name Chione is also associated with various other subjects:
- In astronomy
- In popular culture
- Sailing Vessels
- Effect Pigments in personal care