Question

The size (mm) of a healthy adult Laccifer lacca ranges between:

• A. 0.5-1.0
• B. 0.6-1.5
• C. 2.0-3.0
• D. 4.0-5.0

Hint:

About 300,000 lac insects are needed to produce 1 kg of lac resin - one of nature's most labor-intensive resins.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Laccifer lacca (lac insect) dimensions:
Females: 1.0
1.5 mm
Males: 0.6
1.0 mm
Important commercial species for shellac production
Lives on host trees like Butea monosperma (Palas)