Which developmental consequence results when a larval insect experiences abnormally high juvenile hormone levels during a critical instar?

💡 Explanation

If larval insect sustains high juvenile hormone levels surpassing normal fluctuation during a instar, prevents progression to the pupal stage extending the larval phase through inhibiting metamorphosis. Therefore the larval stage is prolonged, rather than premature pupation, suppressed melting, or adult tissue arrestment, each requiring different hormonal signaling conditions.

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