Granulosis
- Pronunciation
- /gran-yoo-LOH-sis/
- Category
- Pathology
- Singular
- Granulosis
- Plural
- Granuloses
Definition
A viral disease that affects insect larvae, causing the formation of granules in infected cells.
Etymology
From Latin 'granulum', meaning 'small grain' or 'a small piece'.
Example
Granulosis can significantly reduce the population of pest insects in integrated pest management programs.
Related Terms
- Virus
- Insect Larvae
- Nucleopolyhedrovirus
Usage Notes
Granulosis viruses are used as biological control agents against insect pests.