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What does the term 'Insecta' refer to?
What are the main body parts of insects?
Head, thorax, and abdomen
Most insects are aquatic.
False
Name two common representatives of Insecta.
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What is the life cycle of winged insects?
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Insects only contribute negatively to human life.
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What is the relative complexity of Insecta?
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Who is the nearest relative of Insecta?
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How many known species of insects are there?
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What process does metamorphosis of Insecta refer to?
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Adults of insects that do not undergo metamorphosis have wings.
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The incomplete metamorphosis of Insecta follows this sequence: Egg -> ______ -> Adult.
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The complete metamorphosis of Insecta includes stages: Egg -> Larva -> Pupa -> ______.
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Study Notes
Class Insecta
- Insecta means "cut into sections," referring to the segmented body structure of insects.
- The class is characterized by a body divided into three parts: head, thorax, and abdomen.
Characteristics of Insecta
- Insects typically have three pairs of legs and may possess two pairs of wings, capable of beating up to 100 times per second.
- Mouthparts are located on the head; they also have sensory organs, including one pair of antennae and compound eyes.
- Possess an exoskeleton and respire through a tracheal system (internal tubes and sacs).
- Simple circulatory system is present, with a heart.
- Exhibit bilateral symmetry and are multicellular organisms.
- Have a complete digestive system, enabling efficient processing of food.
- Many insects live in colonies, demonstrating social behavior.
Environment of Insecta
- Most insects are terrestrial, while a few species inhabit aquatic environments; very few are truly marine.
Common Representatives of Insecta
- Examples include dragonflies, cockroaches, termites, crickets, lice, beetles, fleas, flies, butterflies, bees, wasps, and ants.
Life Cycle of Insecta
- Winged insects go through complete metamorphosis: egg, larva, pupa, and adult.
- Wingless insects undergo incomplete metamorphosis: egg, nymph, and adult.
Importance of Insecta to Humans
- Insects are vital pollinators for plants, serve as food for various animals, and play a role in decomposing dead organisms.
- They recycle organic matter but can also transmit diseases and cause damage to crops.
Relative Complexity of Insecta
- Insects exhibit moderate complexity in their biological and ecological structures.
Nearest Relative of Insecta
- Insects are closely related to other members of the Phylum Arthropoda.
Other Facts about Insecta
- Over one million insect species have been identified, making them a highly diverse class that comprises more than 75% of all known animal species.
- Some insects can consume plants harmful to other animals, showcasing unique feeding adaptations.
- The oldest known insect fossil dates back around 400 million years to the Silurian period.
Metamorphosis of Insecta
- Metamorphosis is the biological process in which insects change shape during their life cycle.
- Complete metamorphosis involves significant transformation stages including larval and pupal forms.
No Metamorphosis of Insecta
- Some adult insects do not develop wings, indicating variations in development within the class.
Incomplete and Complete Metamorphosis of Insecta
- Incomplete metamorphosis follows a simple cycle of egg to nymph to adult.
- Complete metamorphosis includes distinct stages: egg, larva (resembling a worm), pupa, and fully developed adult with wings and antennae.
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