Arthromeric

/ɑrθroʊˈmɛrɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characterized by arthromeres; describing the segmented structure of arthropods with distinct jointed sections.

Etymology

From arthromere with the suffix '-ic' meaning 'of or relating to,' used in biological descriptions of segmented body structures.

Kelly Says

The arthromeric organization of insects is so efficient that it allowed them to evolve into nearly every ecological niche on Earth—each segment can evolve independently while maintaining the overall body plan.

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