NCERT · Class 10 · English · Footprints Without Feet: The Making of a ScientistHow many gold spots were found on a monarch pupa, and what did they signify?

There were twelve tiny gold spots found on a monarch pupa. While most people, including scientists, initially believed that these gold spots were merely ornamental or decorative designs created by nature, Ebright and his brilliant classmate proved otherwise. They discovered that these spots actually produced a hormone necessary for the butterfly's full and proper development, showcasing Ebright's exceptional analytical thinking.