Insect Classification

What is the significance of insects in ecosystems?

• Insects are primarily harmful and contribute to diseases.

• Insects play crucial roles in pollination, decomposition, and as a food source for other animals.

• Insects are only important for their beauty and colors.

• Insects have no significant role in ecosystems.

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What characteristic can be used to distinguish insects from arachnids?

• The presence of wings; insects have wings while arachnids do not.

• The presence of antennae; insects have antennae while arachnids do not.

• The number of legs; insects have six legs while arachnids have eight legs.

• The presence of a hard exoskeleton; insects have a hard exoskeleton while arachnids do not.

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Can insects be found in both terrestrial and aquatic environments?

• No, insects are only found in terrestrial environments.

• Yes, insects can be found in both terrestrial and aquatic environments.

• Insects are primarily found in aquatic environments only.

• Insects are not found in any environment.

What is the first step in using a dichotomous key?

• Start with question 1.

• Begin with the last question.

• Skip to the middle question.

• Ask someone for help.

What is the largest group of animals on Earth?

• Mammals

• Birds

• Insects

• Reptiles

How many legs do insects have?

• Four legs

• Six legs

• Eight legs

• Ten legs

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What is a dichotomous key used for?

• To classify organisms based on their physical characteristics.

• To identify organisms based on a series of choices that lead to the correct name.

• To create a visual representation of an ecosystem.

• To measure the population of a species in a given area.

What is the term for the process insects undergo to grow and develop?

• Metamorphosis

• Photosynthesis

• Respiration

• Digestion

What are the three main body parts of an insect?

• Head, thorax, and abdomen

• Head, wings, and legs

• Thorax, abdomen, and antennae

• Head, thorax, and tail

What type of animals are insects classified as?

• Vertebrates

• Invertebrates

• Mammals

• Reptiles