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Encyclopedia: Chelicerae

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The Chelicerae are mouth parts of the Chelicerata, an arthropod subphylum that includes arachnids, Merostomata , and Pycnogonida . Chelicerae are pointed appendages which are used to grasp food, and are found in place of the chewing mandibles most other arthropods have. Additionally, some chelicerae, such as those found in spiders, are hollow and contain venom glands, and are used to inject venom into prey or a threat. The chelicerae...


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