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Chitinization

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Translation of "chitinization" into Russian

chitinization
Noun
raiting
UK
/ˌkaɪtɪnɪˈzeɪʃən/
US
/ˌkaɪtɪnɪˈzeɪʃən/
chitinization
Chitinization is a process that strengthens the exoskeleton of arthropods.
Хитинизация - это процесс, который укрепляет экзоскелет членистоногих.

Definitions

chitinization
Noun
raiting
UK
/ˌkaɪtɪnɪˈzeɪʃən/
US
/ˌkaɪtɪnɪˈzeɪʃən/
The process of forming or developing chitin, a fibrous substance consisting of polysaccharides that forms the major constituent in the exoskeleton of arthropods and the cell walls of fungi.
The chitinization of the insect's exoskeleton provides it with protection and structural support.