Chitinogenous

/ˌkaɪtɪˈnɑːdʒənəs/ adjective

Definition

Capable of producing or generating chitin; describing organisms or cells that synthesize chitin.

Etymology

From chitin plus -genous (meaning 'producing' or 'generating'). A technical biological term following Greek-derived morpheme patterns common in scientific nomenclature.

Kelly Says

Only certain animals have 'chitinogenous' cells—this ability to synthesize chitin at will is what separates the arthropods (insects, crustaceans, arachnids) from all other animal groups, giving them their superpower!

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