Following are the statements about prostomium of earthworm.

(a) It serves as a covering for mouth.
(b) It helps to open cracks in the soil into which it can crawl.
(c) It is one of the sensory structures.
(d) It is the first body segment.


Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

1. (a), (b), (c) and (d) are correct

2. (b) and (c) are correct

3. (a), (b) and (c) are correct

4. (a), (b) and (d) are correct

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One very special feature in the earthworm Pheretima is that:
 
1. the typhlosole greatly increases the effective absorption area of the digested food in the intestine
2. the S-shaped setae embedded in the integument are the defensive weapons used against the enemies
3. it has a long dorsal tubular heart
4. fertilization of eggs occurs inside the body

Subtopic:  Earthworm |
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