Malpighian tubules are

excretory organs of annelids

respiratory organs of insects

excretory organs of frogs

excretory organs of insects

Malpighian tubules are Correct Answer excretory organs of insects

Concept:

Excretion is the process of removal of nitrogenous wastes from the body of an organism.
Excretion is performed by a specialized group of cells or organs called excretory organs.
Different organisms have a different type of excretory organs
Example: 1) Flatworms – Protonephridia & flame cells, 2) Earthworms – Nephridia, 3) Insects – Malpighian tubules, 4) crustaceans – green glands, 5) All chordates - Kidneys

Explanation

The malpighian tubule is the excretory organ of the phylum Arthropoda (Insects).
The malpighian tubule is the narrow tubule-like structure made up of a single-cell layer.
It excretes nitrogenous products and another metabolite.
In insects, a malpighian tubule is present in the abdominal cavity

Additional Information

Different organisms use different types of organs to remove excreta.

Feb 20, 2025

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