Social Insect Colonies Are Composed of Highly Specialized Groups Called

question 19

Multiple Choice

Social insect colonies are composed of highly specialized groups called what?

• A)clines
• B)ecotypes
• C)castes
• D)species

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Definitions:

Sinkhole

A depression or hole in the ground caused by the collapse of a surface layer, often resulting from the dissolution of limestone by water.

Caldera

A large crater formed by a volcanic eruption, resulting from the collapse of land following the emptying of the volcano's magma chamber.

Dissolved Limestone

The process by which limestone (calcium carbonate) is dissolved into groundwater, contributing to karst landscapes and features such as caves.

Travertine

Travertine is a form of limestone deposited by mineral springs, especially hot springs, often characterized by its terraced appearance.