JAMB Biology 2009 Objective — Question 21
Question 21 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2009 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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In insects, the structure that performs the same function as the kidney in man is the
- A. nephridium
- B. flame cell
- C. Malpighian tubuleCorrect
- D. trachea
Explanation
The malphighian tubule of an insect is similar (in function) to the kidneys of a man - they are both excretory structures.
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