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      Question

      Mouthparts of insects vary to a great extend among

      insects of different groups depending upon their feeding habits. Type of mouth parts present in butterfly & moths:
      A Piercing and sucking Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Sponging Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Siphoning Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Rasping & lapping Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E Chewing & cutting Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      The type of mouthparts called "siphoning," are unique to moths and butterflies.  The tongue is actually a tube, and it is able to extend and siphon water and nectar or plant sap. 

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