Question

Distinguish between forewings and hindwings of cockroach

Answer 1

Answer:

The cockroach has three pairs of jointed appendages and two pairs of wings.

The forewings are mesothoracic and are called wing covers or tegmina or elytra. These wings are anteriorly present. They cover the hindwings and are protective in function. These are dark stiff opaque and leathery.

The hind wings are large, thin, membranous and transparent. They are kept folded below the tegmina and are used for flying.

Fore wings for protection

hind wings for flying

Dorsoventral and dorsolongitudinal muscles help for Movement of wings

Explanation:

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