In the Silkworm Moth, Bombyx

question 152

Multiple Choice

In the silkworm moth, Bombyx:

• A)pheromones are released by the female so she can follow the trail back to where she lives.
• B)pheromones are released by the female and a male can follow the trail to find a mate.
• C)pheromones are released by the male so that he can follow his trail back to the same female multiple times.
• D)pheromones are released by the male so that females can follow the trail to find a mate.

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