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the exoskeleton of arthropods is made up from which material?

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Answered by sharmin1098765
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Chitin which is a hard membrane which is made up of glucosamine, a derivative of carbohydrate.

Answered by lovingheart
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The exoskeleton (outer skeleton) of arthropods are made up of hard substance called the chitin.

Explanation:

  • The exoskeleton is made up of thickened materials which are hardened by some protein and fiber substances.
  • The chitin contains the protein molecule and the deposits of calcium carbonate are mainly by the process of bio mineralization
  • Note: Exoskeleton is the outer most covering which is found in most of the in many insects.
  • Its main function is to provide a hard covering and to protect the insects from the environmental factors

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