Assessment of sulfur, calcium and phosphorus in the cuticle covering the cordons of Desportesius invaginatus (Nematoda, Acuariidae) using energy dispersive X-ray microanalysis (EDXMA)
Abstract:Background: The structure of cordons is a principal characteristic in the identification of acuariid nematodes. The cordons of Desportesius invaginatus are formed of consecutive structurally elaborated plates of variable size and topography. Energy dispersive X-ray microanalysis (EDXMA) is an analytical technique that has been used to evaluate the element composition and crystalline nature of the body surface of cestodes, nematodes and acanthocephalans. It has been also used to measure the concentration of min… Show more
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