The maxillae of Drosophila melanogaster as revealed by scanning electron microscopy |
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Authors: | W A Harris |
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Abstract: | The scanning electron micrographs show the external morphology of the maxillae of Drosophila melanogaster. Specifically, they illustrate the patterning of the different types of chemo-receptive sensilla on the maxillary palpi making possible a clearer understanding of the structure of the tiny maxillary lobes. It appears that the maxillary lobes act as “cleaning brushes” during the feeding process. |
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