Zoology-Cockroach Morphology
NEET Zoology Cockroach Morphology MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 11
A diagram shows a cross-section of a cockroach's digestive system, highlighting a tubular structure with six highly chitinous plates. What is the primary function of this structure?
A
Grinding food particles
B
Storing food
C
Secreting digestive enzymes
D
Absorbing nutrients
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The structure described is the gizzard or proventriculus, which has chitinous plates that grind the food particles. This is clearly mentioned in the NCERT context.
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