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 are the organs of sight, and they are located in the skull.

(d) Segmentation

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Answer : b

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