Read this article in Hindi to learn about the structure of silkworm, explained with the help of a suitable diagram. पहचान एवं वर्गीकरण: यह एक पतंगा (माथ) है जो कि एक मध्यम आकार का कीट होता है । इसका वर्गीकरण निम्नानुसार है: जगत - जन्तु-जगत् (बहुकोशिकीय, विषमपोषी जन्तु) संघ – आर्थोपोडा (संधियुक्त टाँगें एवं शरीर की त्वचा काइटिन युक्त) वर्ग [...]
The following points highlight the four main stages involved in the life cycle of silkworm moth. The stages are: 1. Adult Moth 2. Eggs 3. Larva 4. Pupa and Imago. Stage # 1. Adult Moth: The adult moths are 25 mm in length and the span of wings is 40-50 mm. The female silkworm moths are larger than the males. [...]
The following points highlight the three main factors influencing the life cycle of silkworm. The factors are: 1. Extraction of Silk 2. Composition of Silk 3. Modern Sericulture. Factor # 1. Extraction of Silk: The continuous silken thread which builds the cocoon serves as the source of the silk of our requirement. As the adult emerges from the pupa, the [...]