English Explanatory Dictionary

Malpighian tubule

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A tubule that extends from the alimentary canal to the exterior of the organism, excreting water and wastes in the form of solid nitrogenous compounds. Found in certain insects, arachnids, myriapods and tardigrades.

Word forms

Malpighian tubule Malpighian tubules

Etymology

From Marcello Malpighi (1628-1694).

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