An insect with a mandibulate mouth part will obtain its food by

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Biology - 2003 Subject: Biology

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An insect with a mandibulate mouth part will obtain its food by
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An insect with a mandibulate mouthpart will obtain its food by biting and chewing. Mandibulate mouthparts consist of strong jaws (mandibles) that move from side to side to bite and grind food. This type of mouthpart is commonly found in insects such as beetles, ants, and grasshoppers, which feed on solid food like leaves, seeds, and other insects. In contrast, insects with sucking mouthparts, such as mosquitoes and butterflies, have a long, straw-like structure that they use to suck liquid food like nectar or blood.
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