KIDS QUIZ
INSECTS AND BUGS
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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They should not be on display because they are too small to be appreciated.
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The insect should be glued to a piece of notecard or cardstock
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Take a picture of the insect and display the picture
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Use a smaller size pin
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Detailed explanation-1: -Pointing is an option for mounting insects too small to pin through the thorax. Using this method, the insect is glued on its right side onto a small triangular strip of cardstock.
Detailed explanation-2: -Soft-bodied insects such as aphids, springtails, silverfish and mayflies should not be pinned at all. They should be put in small vials of alcohol. These vials can be displayed in collection boxes if firmly held in place with pins, glue, or wire fasteners.
Detailed explanation-3: -Pick up the small insect carefully with forceps and mount it by touching it on its thorax (right side) to the drop of glue. Adjust the insect so that it remains squarely in position, then allow the glue to dry. You can also use nail polish instead of glue. Pins # 2 or 3 should be used.