Caecal
cecum.
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Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology John. B. Smith
Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology John. B. Smith
noun (pl) -ca (-kə)
(anatomy) any structure or part that ends in a blind sac or pouch, esp the pouch that marks the beginning of the large intestine
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