Ileum
- Pronunciation
- /IL-ee-um/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Ileum
- Plural
- Ilea
Definition
The final section of the insect gut, responsible for the absorption of nutrients and waste elimination.
Etymology
Example
The ileum is the final section of the insect alimentary canal where most nutrient absorption occurs.
Related Terms
- Intestine
- Gut
- Digestion