Question

Which of the following is/are present in female cockroach?
A. Collateral gland
B. Mushroom gland
C. Spermatheca
D. Anal style
E. Phallic gland
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

• A. B and D only
• B. B and E only
• C. A only
• D. A and C only

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The female cockroach possesses:

Collateral glands: Secretion of a sticky substance.

Spermatheca: Storage of received sperm.

Mushroom glands: Secretion of the ootheca (egg case).

Anal styles: Absent; present only in males.

Phallic glands: Absent; present only in males.

Consequently, collateral glands (A) and spermatheca (C) are found in the female cockroach.