Question

The transformation of the larva into an adult through drastic changes is called as
A) Metaphase
B) Metastasis
C) Meteorite
D) Metamorphosis

Answer 1

Hint: In some insects, the life cycle usually has various stages in which the insect changes its morphological forms. The eggs laid by the parent form the larva and then change into pupa. Larva molds themselves and changes into an adult.

Complete answer:
The life cycle process of an insect in which it undergoes a transformation from the larva into an adult, this process is known as metamorphosis. This process leads to a change in the morphological structure of the larva. Metamorphosis change is of two types namely complete metamorphosis and incomplete metamorphosis. The metamorphosis in the insect is controlled by the hormones. In metamorphosis, there is a drastic change in the complex structure of an organism. This phenomenon can be seen in butterflies and moths. Their life cycle has four phases which involve eggs, larvae, pupa, and then adult.

Additional information:
 Metaphase is a phase in the division of the cell. it is present in the mitosis cycle of the cell. In this stage, the cell is prepared for the division into two identical daughter cells. metastasis is a condition in which there is spreading of cancer into the new body parts by the lymphatic system or the blood. It usually spreads from its original place to the new places.

Hence, the correct answer is option ‘D’ i.e, ‘metamorphosis’.

Note:The metamorphosis is a stage that involves the transformation of the organism into a more complex organism. In human’s metamorphosis is not seen because as we grow our body grows too but it does not transform into some new complex structure. It remains the same from the time of birth till the death. That is why there is no metamorphosis in human beings.