malpighian (Meaning)
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malpighian (a.)
Of, pertaining to, or discovered by, Marcello Malpighi, an Italian anatomist of the 17th century.
Synonyms & Antonyms of malpighian
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malpighian Sentence Examples
- The malpighian tubules are essential for osmoregulation and waste removal in insects.
- The malpighian epithelium consists of thin-walled cells that transport ions and water.
- Malpighian tubules can be found in groups of up to 150 tubes in certain insect species.
- The malpighian lumen contains fluid that is secreted from the epithelium.
- The malpighian tubules reabsorb essential ions and nutrients from the lumen.
- The malpighian tubules are responsible for the production of uric acid as a primary waste product.
- The malpighian system is regulated by hormones and neural signals to maintain homeostasis.
- Malpighian tubules are linked to the digestive system, receiving nitrogenous waste from the midgut.
- Malpighian tubules can be affected by environmental stressors such as dehydration and temperature extremes.
- Malpighian tubule development and function are crucial for the survival of insects in diverse habitats.
FAQs About the word malpighian
Of, pertaining to, or discovered by, Marcello Malpighi, an Italian anatomist of the 17th century.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The malpighian tubules are essential for osmoregulation and waste removal in insects.
The malpighian epithelium consists of thin-walled cells that transport ions and water.
Malpighian tubules can be found in groups of up to 150 tubes in certain insect species.
The malpighian lumen contains fluid that is secreted from the epithelium.
