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What is the primary function of Malpighian tubules in grasshoppers?
Options
A Gas exchange
B Blood filtration and waste excretion
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C Water reabsorption only
D Hormone secretion
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Malpighian tubules filter wastes from the blood (hemolymph) and pass them to the intestine for excretion, functioning in osmoregulation.

Hint

What is the excretory structure in insects?

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