Tergite

Translation of "tergite" into Russian

Noun

/ˈtɜːɡaɪt/

/ˈtɜrɡaɪt/

tergite

tergites pl

The tergite is an important part of the insect's exoskeleton.

Тергит является важной частью экзоскелета насекомого.

Noun

/ˈtɜːɡaɪt/

/ˈtɜrɡaɪt/

The dorsal (upper) sclerite or exoskeletal plate of a segment of an arthropod's body, particularly in insects and crustaceans.

The scientist carefully examined the third abdominal tergite of the beetle to identify its species.

Adjective

/ˈtɜːɡaɪt/

/ˈtɜrɡaɪt/

Relating to, situated on, or characteristic of a tergite.

Tergite coloration can provide useful clues for distinguishing closely related species.