JAMB Biology 1998 Question 20

Question 20

Excretion

In which of the following groups of animals is the malpighian tubule found?

  1. A.Lizards, snakes and frogs
  2. B.Crickets, houseflies and grasshoppers
  3. C.Millipedes, centipedes and scorpions
  4. D.earthworms, roundworms and flatworms.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Crickets, houseflies and grasshoppers)

Explanation

Malpighian tubules are the excretory organs of insects such as crickets, houseflies and grasshoppers.