18 Questions
What major class do spiders, mites, ticks, and scorpions belong to?
Arachnida
Which group is closer to vertebrates than to insects according to the text?
Sea stars
How many pairs of legs per body segment do millipedes typically have?
2 pairs
Which of the following is a characteristic that separates insects from other arthropods?
Jointed legs
How many body segments and legs do arachnids typically have?
2 segments (or 1) / 8 legs
Which group of wingless arthropods mostly function as scavengers and some are considered pests?
Zygentoma
How does the circulatory system differ in insects compared to mammals?
It does not transport oxygen in insects.
Which insect group is known for being aquatic herbivores mainly during their juvenile stage?
Mayflies
Why are Orthoptera considered model systems for many aspects of reproductive biology?
Their behavior provides insights into various reproductive strategies.
What distinguishes the circulatory system of insects from that of mammals?
Closed system and low pressure in insects.
Why are male Preying Mantises not immediately killed after mating?
They provide a nuptial gift to the female.
What is a unique characteristic of Mayflies during their adult stage?
They do not feed once they reach adulthood.
What is a common feature of the Phasmatodea species mentioned in the text?
Ability to produce their own cellulases
Which insect group in the text is known for having the largest colonies that engage in fungus farming?
Blattodea
What is a key characteristic of the Lacewings (Neuroptera) as described in the text?
Predatory behavior in both juveniles and adults
Which group of insects is studied for their elaborate mating biology?
Mecoptera (Scorpion flies)
Which insect group includes species that tend to be attracted to tubular flowers with strong sweet odors?
Lepidoptera (Butterflies and moths)
Which insect group is closest to flies and includes blood-sucking jumping insects?
Siphonaptera (Fleas)
Test your knowledge on the orders of insects and their evolutionary relationships in the tree of life. Explore their closest relatives, different forms, and understand the classification of animals based on morphology, development, and evolutionary history.
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