procuticle [FBbt_00004975]
Lamellate innermost layer of cuticle between the epicuticle and the epidermis. It consists largely of protein and chitin. Within each lamella layer, chitin-protein fibers are arranged parallel to each other and to the surface of the underlying epidermis. The lamellae themselves are arranged in a helicoid fashion. (Fristrom and Fristrom, 1993)
procuticle
ID: FBbt_00004975
Anatomy
Lamellate innermost layer of cuticle between the epicuticle and the epidermis. It consists largely of protein and chitin. Within each lamella layer, chitin-protein fibers are arranged parallel to each other and to the surface of the underlying epidermis. The lamellae themselves are arranged in a helicoid fashion. (Fristrom and Fristrom, 1993)
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Parts of procuticle (3 total)
| Thumbnail | Name | Tags |
|---|---|---|
| assembly zone | Anatomy | |
| pupal endocuticle | Anatomy | |
| pupal exocuticle | Anatomy |
Subclasses of procuticle (3 total)
| Thumbnail | Name | Tags |
|---|---|---|
| adult procuticle | Adult, Anatomy | |
| larval procuticle | Anatomy, Larva | |
| pupal procuticle | Anatomy |
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