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Harman Singh
on Dec 18, 2024
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Which of the following is a difference between flatworms and nemerteans?
A) There are no species of parasitic flatworms.
B) Flatworm larvae burrow into the skin, whereas nemertean larvae are ingested.
C) There are no species of predacious flatworms.
D) Flatworms have a proboscis, whereas nemerteans do not.
E) Flatworms do not have a digestive system, whereas nemerteans do.
Proboscis
A lengthy extension from an animal's head, especially seen in insects, utilized for nourishment or perception.
Nemerteans
A phylum of invertebrate animals, also known as ribbon worms, characterized by their long, slender bodies and a proboscis used for hunting.
- Differentiate among various phyla of invertebrates using their morphological and physiological traits.
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Learning Objectives
- Differentiate among various phyla of invertebrates using their morphological and physiological traits.