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Meaning of Malpighian tubule | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

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.

Examples

“The fruit fly's malpighian tubules, which act like a kidney, have a daily rhythm[…].”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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