Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
26 March 2013
BSC 2011
Swanson
Complete VS Incomplete Metamorphosis and their Advantages
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metamorphosis? The main hypothesis I can come up with is the division of resources
and environments. The larval and adult stages of these insects have completely
different requirements, and thus an environment can support many more organisms. I
also think this division allows for specialization and efficiency; the larval stage can be
more tuned in and focused on growth and nutrient consumption, while the adult stage
can be more focused on reproduction. By tailoring each stage to an organisms specific
needs, they can be much more efficient and increase their chances of survival.
Sources:
Jabr, Ferris. "How Did Insect Metamorphosis Evolve?." Scientific American. N.p., 10 8
2012. Web. 22 Mar 2013. <http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?
Mosbacker, Linda. "Insects-Metamorphosis." Utah Education Network. UEN. Web. 22
Mar 2013. <http://www.uen.org/utahlink/activities/view_activity.cgi?
activity_id=2024>.