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Scutella

UK
/skjuːˈtɛl.əm/
US
/skuˈtɛl.əm/
ru

Translation scutella into russian

scutellum
Noun
raiting
UK
/skjuːˈtɛl.əm/
US
/skuˈtɛl.əm/
The scutellum is an important part of the insect's anatomy.
Щиток является важной частью анатомии насекомого.

Definitions

scutellum
Noun
raiting
UK
/skjuːˈtɛl.əm/
US
/skuˈtɛl.əm/
A shield-like structure, especially a modified scale or plate on the body of an insect or a part of a seed embryo in grasses.
The scutellum of the beetle was brightly colored, making it easy to identify.
In botany, the scutellum is a specialized type of cotyledon found in the seeds of grasses.
During germination, the scutellum absorbs nutrients from the endosperm to nourish the growing seedling.