[Campbell Biology P.760] Based on Figure 33.41 and its accompanying text, which of the follo... | Practice Question
Based on Figure 33.41 and its accompanying text, which of the following accurately describes a stage or process in the complete metamorphosis of a butterfly?
A: The larva (caterpillar) primarily focuses on eating and growing, undergoing molts.
B: The pupa is the stage where hemolymph is pumped into the wings, allowing the adult to fly immediately upon emergence.
C: During the later-stage pupa, new larval tissues are formed, preparing for the next molting phase.
D: The adult butterfly derives its primary nourishment for reproduction directly from the environment, not from reserves stored during the larval stage.
Explanation
The caption for Figure 33.41 a explicitly states, 'The larva caterpillar spends its time eating and growing, molting as it grows.' This directly supports option A.