Wings are absent in bed bug even then it is considered an insect.… - Vidyadip

Question

Wings are absent in bed bug even then it is considered an insect. Why?

✓

Answer

Wings are absent in bed bug (Cimex) even then it is considered an insect because it possesses following basic characteristics of class Insecta:

Its body is divisible into head, thorax and abdomen.
Its exoskeleton is made up of chitin.
It has three pairs of jointed thoracic legs.

Need a full question paper?

Generate a complete, print-ready paper with questions like this in minutes — across 16+ boards, with answer keys.

Start Generating Free

Explore more

More "Answer the questions.[Bio-3M]" from Diversity In Living Organisms→Diversity In Living Organisms — all question types→Science STD 9 question papers→CBSE Board STD 9 question papers→CBSE Board question paper generator→

Similar questions

What are genes? Where are they located?

Write a note on areolar tissue.

Differentiate between the function of Xylem and Phloem.

What are the various types of cells of connective tissue?

Name the phenomenon which helps fresh water unicellular organisms (e.g. Amoeba) continuously gain water in their bodies. Also, name the mechanisms by which these organisms throw out excess of water from their bodies.
Give at least two examples in plants where similar phenomenon in used to gain water.

Define the following terms:
Cell, prokaryotic cell, eukaryotic cell, organelle.

What forms the basis of classification of tissues present in plants and animals?

Give an illustrated account of nucleus.

“High Blood Pressure can be caused by excessive weight and lack of exercise”. Justify the statement.

Differentiate between the following:
Endocytosis and exocytosis.