Question

Insect cells housing the symbionts are known as:

• A. Mycetocytes
• B. Goblet cells
• C. Rectal cells
• D. Acinar cells

Hint:

Many insects depend on mycetocyte symbionts for essential amino acids and vitamins not available in their diet.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Goblet cells secrete mucus and rectal cells manage excretion, neither housing symbionts.
Step 2: Acinar cells are secretory gland cells unrelated to symbiosis.
Step 3: Mycetocytes are specifically adapted to enclose bacterial or fungal symbionts supplying nutrients to the host insect.
Step 4: The correct answer is Mycetocytes.