Episternum

Pronunciation
/eh-pis-ter-num/
Category
Anatomy
Singular
Episternum
Plural
Episterna

Definition

The anterior-most sclerite of the thoracic pleuron.

Etymology

From Greek 'epi-', meaning 'upon', and 'sternon', meaning 'breastbone'.

Example

The episternum is located on the thorax of insects.

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