Entomology Test

Front

What is the last segment on an insect?

Back

The last segment on an insect is called the abdomen.

Front

List the stages of incomplete metamorphosis in order.

Back

The stages of incomplete metamorphosis are: egg, nymph, adult.

Front

Which insect is typically the first to arrive at a dead body?

Back

The first insect to arrive at a dead body is usually the Blowfly.

Front

Is a spider an insect?

Back

False, a spider is not an insect; it belongs to the class Arachnida.

Front

Which of the following is not a member of the class Insecta: Flies, Mosquitoes, Beetles, or Spiders?

Back

Spiders are not a member of the class Insecta.

Front

What is the primary function of the insect's head?

Back

The primary function of the insect's head is to house the sensory organs and mouthparts.

Front

Define metamorphosis in insects.

Back

Metamorphosis is the process by which insects undergo a transformation from egg to adult, involving distinct stages.

Front

What are the three main body parts of an insect?

Back

The three main body parts of an insect are the head, thorax, and abdomen.

Front

What is the role of the thorax in insects?

Back

The thorax is responsible for locomotion and houses the legs and wings.

Front

What is the difference between complete and incomplete metamorphosis?

Back

Complete metamorphosis involves four stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult; while incomplete metamorphosis involves three stages: egg, nymph, and adult.