Ultrastructure of the frontal gland in Prorhinotermes simplex (Isoptera: Rhinotermitidae) and quantity of the defensive substance
The frontal gland as a sac-like organ in Prorhinotermes simplex is present only in presoldiers, soldiers, and imagoes, but exists also in nymph-soldier intercastes. The secretory epithelium consists of a single type of secretory cells adhering directly to the cuticular intima. Secretory vacuoles ori...
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| Language: | English |
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Institute of Entomology, Biology Centre, Czech Academy of Science
2004-03-01
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| Series: | European Journal of Entomology |
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| Online Access: | https://www.eje.cz/artkey/eje-200401-0020_Ultrastructure_of_the_frontal_gland_in_Prorhinotermes_simplex_Isoptera_Rhinotermitidae_and_quantity_of_the_d.php |