Zoology-Cockroach Morphology

NEET Zoology Cockroach Morphology MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 11

A diagram of the cockroach alimentary canal is shown with labels indicating different regions. Identify the structure that is responsible for storing food and is located between the oesophagus and the gizzard.

Question diagram
A

Crop

B

Pharynx

C

Gizzard

D

Midgut

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The crop is a sac-like structure located between the oesophagus and the gizzard, used for storing food in cockroaches, as described in the NCERT context.

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