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Animal Kingdom

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Which of the following characteristics is mainly responsible for diversification of insects on land?

  • Segmentation

  • Bilateral symmetry

  • Exoskeleton

  • Eyes

Solution

C.

Exoskeleton

Exoskeleton of insects is primarily made of proteins (sclerotin) and chitin interwoven and linked together to form strong flexible bundles. The ratio of the components of exoskeleton varies from insects to there habitats. The rigid and strong nature of exoskeleton allones insects to become complex and diversify with regards to size, shape, colour and adaptable modifications. 

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