Front

What are the three main body parts of all insects?

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Head, thorax, abdomen.

Front

What biotic factors can limit the population of mosquitoes?

Back

People, predators, plants.

Front

How does a living thing respond to stimuli?

Back

Example: When threatened, a Madagascar Hissing Cockroach will hiss and stiffen its body.

Front

What physical structure does a mosquito larva use to breathe?

Back

Siphon.

Front

What type of metamorphosis does a mosquito undergo?

Back

Complete Metamorphosis (4 stages).

Front

What is the role of the head in an insect's body?

Back

The head contains sensory organs and mouthparts.

Front

What is the function of the thorax in insects?

Back

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

Front

What is the abdomen's role in insects?

Back

The abdomen contains vital organs and is involved in reproduction.

Front

What is complete metamorphosis?

Back

A developmental process with four stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult.

Front

What is incomplete metamorphosis?

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A developmental process with three stages: egg, nymph, and adult.