Question

The Müller's organ in insects is associated with:

• A. Olfaction
• B. Chemoreception
• C. Hearing
• D. Respiration

Hint:

Müller's organ aids in olfaction, different from auditory tympanal organs.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Muller’s organ is an olfactory sensory organ found in insects such as cockroaches, involved in detecting odors.

Answer 2

Respiration in insects is handled by the tracheal system and spiracles, not by a discrete sensory organ, ruling that option out. Chemoreception is a broader category that includes taste as well as smell, whereas the structure named here is specifically linked to detecting airborne odours, so the more general 'chemoreception' label is set aside in favour of the more precise term. Hearing relates to a different, separate sensory structure altogether. As per the answer key for this question, Muller's organ is classified under olfaction.