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High-resolution scans can reveal subtle variations in hook curvature that are invisible to the naked eye.
Computed tomography and X-ray scanning have been used on preserved Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni specimens to analyze internal organs, muscle density, and hook structure in detail.
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Because intact adult specimens are exceptionally rare, non-invasive imaging provides critical data while preserving the specimen for future research and public display.
These scans contribute to comparative cephalopod anatomy studies, refining our understanding of how deep-sea giants differ structurally from shallow-water squid species.
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