Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Squamula

👉 Squamation is a condition where the body's skin grows thicker and denser, often due to increased production of melanin or other pigments in the skin. This thickening can be seen on the surface of the skin but not deep into the underlying layers, such as hair or nails. In humans, squamulation may occur during puberty or pregnancy when the body's hormones increase, leading to an overproduction of melanin and other pigments. It is a normal part of the adult

squamulation

👉 Squamulate is a type of protein found in the skin. It's produced by cells called melanocytes and helps protect the skin from damage caused by UV rays. In layman terms, squamate occurs when melanocytes produce more melanin, which is a pigment that gives the skin its color. This increase in melanin can cause the skin to appear darker than usual, especially under the sun or after swimming.

squamulate

👉 The term "squamate" refers to a group of animals that are characterized by their large brains, long limbs, and ability to breathe through a hollowed-out air sac called a lung. These animals belong to the class Mammalia, which also includes mammals such as humans, dogs, and cats. Squamulae is derived from "squamate" (which means "large") and "squamoid" (which means "long"), thus meaning that these animals are large in size

squamulae

👉 Squamula is a genus of plants in the family Fabaceae, native to China and Japan. They are known for their leaves that have two lobes, which allow them to produce flowers with both male and female reproductive structures. Squamlidae also include several other genera such as the ferns (Fernales), orchids (Orchidales), and many other species of flowering plants.

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