Meaning ofscutellumin English

Noun

1. a shield-shaped structure in insects; grasses etc
   The scutellum protects the insect's body from predators.
2. a rounded lichen apothecium with elevated rim
   The lichen's scutellum is a distinctive characteristic of its species.
3. third piece of an insect's thoracic segment
   The scutellum is located at the back of the insect's thorax.
4. a modified grass seed cotyledon for absorption
   The scutellum of the grass seed absorbs nutrients from the soil.
5. transverse scales on bird tarsi and toes; protective function
   The scutellum on the bird's leg helps to prevent abrasions.
6. modified grass seed cotyledon for absorption
   The scutellum of the wheat seed absorbs water and nutrients from the soil.