Animal Kingdom Ques 108

108. Which of the following characteristics is mainly responsible for diversification of insects on land?

(a) Bilateral symmetry

(b) Exoskeleton

(c) Eyes

(d) Segmentation

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Answer : b

Hints & Solutions

(b) The exoskeleton of insects consists of chitinous cuticle. It gets hardened due to deposition of calcium. It prevents dessication and gives protection.