Which of the following characteristics is mainly responsible for diversification of insects on land?

1 2015 AIPMT-I Animal KingdomPhylum Arthropoda Easy
Which of the following characteristics is mainly responsible for diversification of insects on land?
A Segmentation
B Bilateral symmetry
C Exoskeleton
D Eyes

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The chitinous exoskeleton separates arthropods from other segmented invertebrates; it prevents water loss and lets insects thrive in harsh terrestrial conditions.

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