tergum in a sentence
n.
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Definition
Tergum is the dorsal (upper) part of an insect's body segment, often used in entomology for species identification.
Crossword clues for tergum
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "tergum".
- Upper part of an insect's body segment.
- Dorsal segment of an insect’s anatomy.
- Part of an insect used for identification.
- Insect anatomy term for the upper side.
- Segment's dorsal area in entomology studies.
Tergum sentence examples
- The scientist carefully examined the tergum of the insect under the microscope.
- In entomology, the tergum is crucial for identifying various species of beetles.
- The tergum acts as a protective shield for the insect’s dorsal side.
- Research on the tergum's structure can reveal important evolutionary adaptations.
- Observing the patterns on the tergum can help enthusiasts in classifying butterflies.