Question

The size (mm) of a healthy adult Laccifer lacca ranges between:

• A. 0.5-1.0
• B. 0.6-1.5
• C. 2.0-3.0
• D. 4.0-5.0

Hint:

About 300,000 lac insects are needed to produce 1 kg of lac resin - one of nature's most labor-intensive resins.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Males of Laccifer lacca measure about 0.6-1.0 mm.
Step 2: Females measure about 1.0-1.5 mm.
Step 3: Combining both sexes gives an overall adult size range of 0.6-1.5 mm.
Step 4: The correct option is 0.6-1.5.