denticle

• Substantivo que designa uma pequena projeção ou crista pontiaguda semelhante a um dente, encontrada no exoesqueleto de artrópodes.

A noun referring to a small, pointed, tooth-like ridge or projection found on the exoskeleton of an arthropod.

1. Small pointed ridge on arthropod exoskeletonC2formalscientific

   A small, tooth-like projection or ridge found on the outer shell of certain arthropods, such as insects or crustaceans.

   Dentículo

   • The beetle's exoskeleton is covered in tiny denticles that provide protection.
   • Under the microscope, the denticles on the shrimp's shell are clearly visible.
   • These denticles help the arthropod grip surfaces more effectively.

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