Question
Biology Question on Reproduction in Animals
Which of the following is/are present in female cockroach?
A. Collateral gland
B. Mushroom gland
C. Spermatheca
D. Anal style
E. Phallic gland
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
B and D only
B and E only
A only
A and C only
A and C only
Solution
In the female cockroach:
Collateral glands: These glands are present in female cockroaches. They secrete a sticky substance.
Spermatheca: This organ stores the sperm received from the male cockroach.
Mushroom glands: These glands secrete ootheca (egg case).
Anal styles: These are absent in female cockroaches. They are found only in male cockroaches.
Phallic glands: These are also absent in female cockroaches. They are found only in male cockroaches.
Therefore, collateral glands (A) and spermatheca (C) are present in the female cockroach.