The cuticle is the most exterior layer of arthropods' tegument, and its principal function is to protect the body and avoid dehydration. Option C is correct. Cuticle.
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The cuticle is the most exterior layer of arthropods' tegument. It is secreted by the epidermis and develops right over it.
It is composed of two main layers,
- epicuticle ⇒ outermost layer
The cuticle is mainly made of chitin, and its function is to protect the organism's body and avoid dehydration.
Because it avoids dehydration it is believed that arthropods had such an evolutive and adaptative successful in their transition from water to the land.
The cuticle also provides support to the body and a muscle attachment surface.
The correct option is C. Cuticle
A _<u>Cuticle</u>_ is a hard outside covering that is used for protection and prevents the inner body area from drying out.
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