Which one of the following structures in Pheretima is correctly matched with its function?

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Which one of the following structures in Pheretima is correctly matched with its function?

Options

(a) Clitellum – secretes cocoon
(b) Gizzard – absorbs digested food
(c) Setae- defence against predators
(d) Typhlosole – storage of extra nutrients

Correct Answer:

Clitellum – secretes cocoon

Explanation:

Clitellum – secretes cocoon during breading season of earthworm. Gizzard -grinding of food particles. Setae help in locomotion. Typhlosole increases the absorption area in intestine

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Topics: Structural Organisation In Animals (175)
Subject: Biology (4253)

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