Acron
- Pronunciation
- /AK-ron/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Acron
- Plural
- Acrona
Definition
The anteriormost part of certain arthropods, including crustaceans and insects, which is where the head structures are fused. In insects, it is especially involved in the early development stages.
Etymology
Example
The acron is crucial during the development of the insect's head structures.