JAMB Biology 1993 Question 12

Question 12

Animal Kingdom

The butterfly is of great economic importance because

  1. A.of its use in scientific studies
  2. B.it sucks nectar from flowers
  3. C.it adds to the beauty of the environment
  4. D.it pollinates flowers of crops and other plants.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (it pollinates flowers of crops and other plants.)

Explanation

As butterflies feed on nectar they carry pollen between flowers, helping crops to set fruit and seed.