Question

What are located between the compound eyes which may be variable in number, but never exceed three in number? Function appears to aid the insect in determining light intensities - unable to form images

A Labrum Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Ocelli Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Gena Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Frons Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Ocelli are simple eyes that are located between the compound eyes of insects. They are usually present in a group of three, although some insects may have fewer ocelli or even lack them entirely. Ocelli do not possess the ability to form images like compound eyes.

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