the king and queen of another colony
some adult reproductives from the same colony
some adult workers which are specially fed to breed
developing nymphs nurtured as secondary reproductives
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The correct answer is D. developing nymphs nurtured as secondary reproductives.
When the original king and queen of termites die, they are replaced by secondary reproductives, also known as neotenics. These are developing nymphs that are nurtured and fed to develop reproductive capabilities, allowing them to take over the roles of the deceased king and queen.
This process ensures the continuation of the colony and its social hierarchy.
Option B: some adult reproductives from the same colony is partially correct, but less precise than option D.
Here’s the difference:
Option B refers broadly to “adult reproductives,” which can be ambiguous.
Option D correctly identifies that developing nymphs (or sometimes workers) are nurtured into becoming secondary reproductives (neotenics) when the primary king or queen dies. This process involves specific developmental changes, not just adult termites stepping in.
So while Option B may seem plausible, Option D is the most accurate and specific answer.
The correct answer is: D. developing nymphs nurtured as secondary reproductives
When the original king and queen of termites die, developing nymphs within the colony can be nurtured into secondary reproductives (also known as neotenics) to take over the reproductive role.
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CBT i practiced said B, now here is saying D
