apodeme
- noun
- /ˈæpəˌdim/
- Specialized
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apodema
- Muscle fibers attach to the apodeme, enabling the arthropod to move its limbs efficiently.
Examples
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The apodeme in certain beetles is exceptionally large, providing greater leverage for the jaw muscles.
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Many arthropods have multiple apodemes for muscle attachment.
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Researchers examined the strength of the apodeme to understand how it supports the insect’s internal organs.
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The apodeme provides a crucial support for the insect's muscles.
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Muscle fibers attach to the apodeme, enabling the arthropod to move its limbs efficiently.
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Researchers examined the strength of the apodeme to understand how it supports the insect’s internal organs.
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The apodeme in certain beetles is exceptionally large, providing greater leverage for the jaw muscles.
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Etymology
The word apodeme can be remembered from its Greek parts apo- 'away' and -deme 'body' (a helpful way to think of this). So imagine a ridge that projects 'away' from the inner wall of an insect to give muscles a place to attach, which is exactly what an apodeme does.