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Cuticle, as a form of skeleton, is composed of which two materials?
Options
A Calcium phosphate and collagen
B Chitin (a protein) and a thin waterproof layer of wax
Correct Answer
C Cartilage and ossified bone
D Keratin and elastin
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Cuticle is composed of a protein called chitin and a thin waterproof layer of wax. This combination provides both structural support and protection against desiccation, making it an effective exoskeleton for many invertebrates.

Hint

This protein is a key component of arthropod exoskeletons and fungal cell walls.

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Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1034 of 2214
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