Practice mode Entomology

The insect head is a capsule that encloses the brain and bears the mouthparts, eyes and a pair of antennae. Which basic sections make up the mouthparts?

Correct answer D. All of these

Explanation

Generalised insect mouthparts consist of the labrum with its epipharynx, the hypopharynx, a pair of mandibles, a pair of maxillae and the labium, so every listed part belongs to them.

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