Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chaetal
Adjective
/ˈkiː.təl/
Definition
Relating to chitin or to the chitinous structures found in organisms.
Examples
- The chaetal structures of the insect’s exoskeleton provide significant protection against predators.
- Researchers studied the chaetal adaptations in different species of crustaceans.
Meaning
Chaetal refers to features or characteristics associated with chitin, a key component in the exoskeletons of arthropods and the cell walls of fungi.
Synonyms
- Chitinous
- Exoskeletal
- Crustaceous
