JAMB Biology 2010 Objective — Question 49

Question 49 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2010 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

The main distinguishing features between the soldier termite and other members of the caste are the

A. presence of wings, possession of a small head and large thorax
B. presence of wings, possession of a large thorax and a small head
C. absence of wings, possession of strong mandibles and a large headCorrect
D. absence of wings, possession of big head and the absence of mandible

Explanation

Since the role of the soldier termite is to defend the colony, the mandibles with which they do this must be strong; soldiers have a large head with strong mandibles and lack wings.

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