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JAMB Biology 2004 Question 9

Question 9

Behaviour

The function of the long-winged reproductives in a termite colony is to

  1. A.disperse the population
  2. B.feed the young
  3. C.participate in swarming
  4. D.protect the young
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (disperse the population)

Explanation

The winged reproductives fly out of the nest, pair up and start new colonies elsewhere. This spreads (disperses) the termite population.