Internal anatomy
- Pronunciation
- /in-ter-nal an-a-tomy/
- Category
- Entomology
- Plural
- Internal anatomies
Definition
The internal structures of an insect, including organs, tissues, and systems.
Etymology
From Latin 'inter-', meaning 'between', and 'anatomia', meaning 'the study of structure.'
Example
The internal anatomy of a fly is quite complex, with specialized organs for flight, feeding, and reproduction.
Related Terms
- External anatomy
- Organ systems
- Physiology