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carapace

Term ID
UBERON:0008275
Synonyms
  • chelonian carapace
  • dorsal armor
  • dorsal shell
  • upper shell
Definition
Dorsal subdivision of turtle shell, consisting of the animal's ribcage combined with dermal bone[WP, modified]. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carapace#Turtles_and_tortoises
References
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Relationships
develops from
is part of
has parts
is a type of
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