Question:
The size (mm) of a healthy adult Laccifer lacca ranges between:
The size (mm) of a healthy adult Laccifer lacca ranges between:
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About 300,000 lac insects are needed to produce 1 kg of lac resin - one of nature's most labor-intensive resins.
Updated On: Jun 5, 2025
- 0.5-1.0
- 0.6-1.5
- 2.0-3.0
- 4.0-5.0
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The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
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)
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