Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Which of the following is another name for 'white ant'?

Options:

Housefly

Mosquito

Wasp

Termite

Correct Answer:

Termite

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4)- Termite

Termites, belonging to the order Isoptera, are a group of insects that consume cellulose. Despite not being closely related to ants, they are colloquially known as white ants. Recent phylogenetic research has revealed that the cockroach is the termite's closest relative.