What is another word for Class Myriapoda?
Pronunciation: [klˈas mˌa͡ɪɹɪɐpˈə͡ʊdə] (IPA) 
The Class Myriapoda is a taxonomic group of arthropods, including centipedes (class Chilopoda) and millipedes (class Diplopoda). These creatures are commonly found in soil and damp areas and have long, segmented bodies with numerous legs. There are many other words that can be used as synonyms for the Class Myriapoda, such as Myriapods, Myriapodans, Myriapodians, and Myriapodomorphs. The term "Myriapoda" comes from Greek, meaning "countless legs," which aptly describes the many legs that most Myriapods possess. Despite their sometimes intimidating appearance, many of these creatures are essential members of their ecosystems and play important roles in controlling populations of other invertebrates.
