Sclerotin

Pronunciation
/sklə-ˈrō-tn/
Category
Anatomy
Singular
Sclerotin
Plural
Sclerotins

Definition

A hardened, darkened protein component of insect cuticle that results from sclerotization.

Etymology

From Greek 'skleros', meaning 'hard', and the suffix '-in', used in the formation of chemical substances.

Example

Sclerotin provides strength and protection to the exoskeleton of insects.

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