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JAMB Biology 2009 Question 21

Question 21

Excretion

In insects, the structure that performs the same function as the kidney in man is the

  1. A.nephridium
  2. B.flame cell
  3. C.Malpighian tubule
  4. D.trachea.
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Answer: C (Malpighian tubule)

Explanation

Malpighian tubules remove nitrogenous waste from the insect's blood. Nephridia are found in earthworms and flame cells in flatworms.