cercal (Meaning)
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cercal (a.)
Of or pertaining to the tail.
Synonyms & Antonyms of cercal
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cercal Sentence Examples
- Insects often rely on cercal appendages to detect environmental cues and navigate their surroundings.
- The cercal structures at the rear of the insect's body provide crucial sensory information about nearby objects.
- Cercal organs play a vital role in the insect's ability to detect predators and potential mates.
- Some species of insects use their cercal appendages to detect vibrations in the air or on the ground.
- The cercal segments on the abdomen of the cockroach contribute to its remarkable agility and evasion tactics.
- Researchers study the morphology and function of cercal organs to better understand insect behavior and ecology.
- The cercal hairs on certain insects are highly sensitive to changes in airflow, helping them locate food sources.
- The development of cercal structures varies among insect species, reflecting their diverse evolutionary adaptations.
- Damage to the cercal appendages can impair an insect's ability to navigate effectively and avoid danger.
- The cercal sensory organs provide insects with a sophisticated means of perceiving their environment and responding to stimuli.
FAQs About the word cercal
Of or pertaining to the tail.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Insects often rely on cercal appendages to detect environmental cues and navigate their surroundings.
The cercal structures at the rear of the insect's body provide crucial sensory information about nearby objects.
Cercal organs play a vital role in the insect's ability to detect predators and potential mates.
Some species of insects use their cercal appendages to detect vibrations in the air or on the ground.
