Georgia Correctional Officer (CO) Practice Exam

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Which termite caste is responsible for taking over if the queen dies?

Worker termites
Soldier termites
Supplementary reproductives
Primary reproductives

The correct answer is: Supplementary reproductives

The supplementary reproductives are the termite caste responsible for taking over if the queen dies. In a termite colony, the queen is the primary reproductive individual, but if she dies or is otherwise unable to perform her role, the supplementary reproductives can step in to fill that gap. These individuals, often derived from the worker caste, have developed the ability to reproduce and can ensure the continuation of the colony’s population. In a healthy colony, the queen may have a significant number of worker and soldier termites supporting her, but without supplementary reproductives ready to take over her reproductive duties, the colony could face challenges in maintaining its numbers. Soldier termites, while crucial for protecting the colony, do not have reproductive capabilities, and the primary reproductives are typically the queen and her mate. Thus, the presence of supplementary reproductives acts as an essential backup system that enhances the resilience and sustainability of the colony.