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General Knowledge · Q617

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 617

Q617

In which of the following stages of silkworm, silk is secreted

A.
Larva
B.
Pupa
Answer
C.
Egg
D.
Adult

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Silkworms feed on fresh mulberry leaves the silkworm grows in size and then becomes a pupa. In the pupa stage, it weaves a net to hold itself. It then swings its head from side to side, secreting a fibre that hardens on contact with air. In pupa stage silk is obtained.