ECDYSIS

What is ecdysis?

• A process of internal organ regeneration.

• The shedding of an outer layer of skin.

• A type of hibernation in cold climates.

• The formation of new bone tissue.

How do arthropods shed their old exoskeleton during ecdysis?

• They physically break it off using their limbs.

• Underlying cells release enzymes to digest its base.

• The old exoskeleton dissolves naturally over time.

• They absorb it back into their bodies.

Why is ecdysis important for many animals?

• It helps them change color for camouflage.

• It allows for growth and maturation.

• It is a way to attract mates.

• It provides a new source of nutrients.

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Which hormone is secreted by the prothoracic glands to control the onset of molting in insects?

• Prothoracicotropic hormone (PTTH)

• Ecdysone

• Juvenile hormone

• Insulin

Approximately how long does the ecdysis process take for a grasshopper?

• 1-2 days

• 7-8 weeks

• 3-4 months

• 1 year