Entomology
Entomology
Entomology (pronounced: /ˌɛntəˈmɒlədʒi/) is the scientific study of insects, a branch of zoology. The term originates from the Greek words "ἔντομον" (entomon), meaning "cut into pieces" or "segmented", and "-λογία" (-logia), which translates to "the study of".
Etymology
The word "entomology" comes from the Ancient Greek words "ἔντομον" (entomon), which means "cut into pieces" or "segmented", and "-λογία" (-logia), meaning "the study of". This refers to the segmented bodies that are a characteristic feature of insects.
Related Terms
- Insect: A small arthropod animal that has six legs and generally one or two pairs of wings.
- Zoology: The scientific study of the behavior, structure, physiology, classification, and distribution of animals.
- Arthropod: An invertebrate animal having an exoskeleton, a segmented body, and paired jointed appendages.
- Invertebrate: Animals that do not possess or develop a vertebral column (commonly known as a backbone or spine).
- Exoskeleton: A rigid external covering for the body in some invertebrate animals, especially arthropods, providing both support and protection.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Entomology
- Wikipedia's article - Entomology
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