Question

Metamorphosis in insects is controlled by the adrenaline hormone.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

Metamorphosis:

1. Metamorphosis in insects can be defined as the change in physical and structural form from the larval stage to the adult stage.
2. The hormone ecdysone is responsible for metamorphosis in insects such as butterflies.
3. This hormone helps in the molting or shedding of old body parts for the formation of new physical forms.

Adrenaline:

1. Adrenaline is a stress hormone released from the adrenal glands.
2. It is not related to insect metamorphosis.

Final answer:

Hence, the given statement is false.