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GK QUESTION#3672

Consider the following statements:

1. Metamorphosis is the transformation of a larva into an adult through drastic structural changes.

2. Examples of animals showing metamorphosis include butterflies, moths, frogs, and toads.

3. Budding is also a type of metamorphosis where a new individual develops from an outgrowth of the parent.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

  1. A1, 2 and 3 only
  2. B1 and 2 onlyCorrect answer
  3. C1 only
  4. D2 and 3 only
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Answer

B. 1 and 2 only

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Explanation

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Metamorphosis is a developmental transformation from a larval form to an adult, as in butterflies, moths, frogs and toads. Budding instead produces a new individual by asexual reproduction, so statement 3 is false.

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