cuticular

Meanings

• noun

  The outer covering of the epidermis in plants, consisting of dead cells.

• noun

  The outer covering or coating of an organ or structure.

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Variants

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cuticle , cuticles , cuticular

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Etymology

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From Latin cuticula, a diminutive of cuteis, skin.

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Trivia

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1. The cuticular layer in plants is composed of cutin, a hydrophobic polyester.

2. In some insects, the cuticular layer is covered with tiny hairs called setae, which help in camouflage and temperature regulation.

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Related Concepts

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1. epidermis: The outermost layer of the skin in animals and plants.

2. dermis: The inner layer of the skin in animals, beneath the epidermis.

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In botany, the cuticular layer plays a crucial role in preventing water loss and protecting against pathogens and herbivores. In zoology, it functions as a barrier against water loss and mechanical damage.

How to Memorize "cuticular"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a plant with a protective outer layer, composed of dead cells, preventing water loss and protecting against external threats.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term cuticular with the protective outer layer of plants and animals.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic, such as 'Cute Icular' or 'Covering Utmost In Living Cells,' to remember the meaning of cuticular.

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