Illinois Turf Pesticide Practice Test

Which term refers to the immature stage resembling an adult in insects that go through egg, nymph, and adult stages?

Nymph Larva Pupa Egg

Correct Answer:

Nymph

Explanation:

In insects that go through egg, nymph, and adult, the immature stage that resembles the adult is the nymph. Nymphs look like smaller versions of the adult and shed their skin several times as they grow, gradually developing wings and full maturity. Larva refers to a stage that typically looks very different from the adult (like a caterpillar or maggot) and is part of insects with complete metamorphosis. Pupa is a transformation stage where major changes occur, usually not resembling the adult, and eggs are simply the initial stage that precedes any resemblance to the adult.

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