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Insect: Definition and What it is
A class of arthropods characterized by six legs, three body segments, and typically wings in adults.
What is an Insect?
Insects are a class of arthropods characterized by having six legs, three main body segments (head, thorax, abdomen), antennae, and typically wings in adults. With over a million described species, insects are the most diverse group of animals on Earth.
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