Metamorphosis
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Metamorphosis
Metamorphosis (pronunciation: /ˌmɛtəˈmɔːrfəsɪs/) is a biological process that involves a conspicuous and relatively abrupt change in the body structure through cell growth and differentiation.
Etymology
The term "metamorphosis" is derived from the Greek "μεταμόρφωσις" (metamórphōsis) which means transformation or change of shape.
Related Terms
- Complete Metamorphosis: A type of metamorphosis where the insect undergoes four different stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult.
- Incomplete Metamorphosis: A type of metamorphosis where the insect undergoes three different stages: egg, nymph, and adult.
- Larva: The second stage in the life cycle of an insect that undergoes complete metamorphosis.
- Pupa: The third stage in the life cycle of an insect that undergoes complete metamorphosis.
- Nymph: The second stage in the life cycle of an insect that undergoes incomplete metamorphosis.
- Molting: The process of shedding an old exoskeleton or skin to allow for growth in insects and other arthropods.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Metamorphosis
- Wikipedia's article - Metamorphosis
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