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GO: Biological Process

pupal chitin-based cuticle development

Term ID
GO:0008364
Synonyms
  • pupal cuticle anabolism
  • pupal cuticle formation
  • pupal cuticle synthesis
Definition
Synthesis and deposition of a chitin-based pupal cuticle. At the end of the prepupal period the insect is covered by the pupal cuticle which continues to be elaborated into the pupal period. An example of this is found in Drosophila melanogaster. 0879694238
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