The figure given below shows the alimentary canal of a cockroach with a few structures labelled as $1, 2, 3$ and $4$. Identify the structure which is also called proventriculus and helps in grinding the food particles.

  • A
    $1$
  • B
    $2$
  • C
    $3$
  • D
    $4$

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