Anatomy and Morphology of Animals
Microvilli of intestinal epithelium are similar in function with
Which of the following structures is correctly matched with its description?
Earthworms have a simple brain that connects with nerves from their skin and muscles. The nerves detect light, vibrations and even some tastes. They do not possess eyes like humans and other complex animals; instead, they have light receptors that detect when it is light or dark. The muscles make movements in response to touch and taste.
Septal nephridia and pharyngeal nephridia in earthworms are both enteronephric (discharging excreta into the intestine).
Typhlosole in earthworms, a dorsal flap of the intestine that runs along most of its length, increases intestine surface area for more efficient absorption of digested nutrients.
Gizzard, in many birds, is the hind part of the stomach, specially modified for grinding food.
Microvilli of intestinal epithelium are similar in function with
Which of the following is a correct match?
Answer the following: (i) What is the function of nephridia? (ii) How many types of nephridia are found in earthworm based on their location?
Distinguish between the followings (a) Prostomium and peristomium (b) Septal nephridium and pharyngeal nephridium
Mention briefly about the circulatory system of earthworm.
Select the correct option: Match column I with column II and select the correct option from the codes given below: Column I (Parts of alimentary canal of earthworm) Column II (Respective segments) (A) Buccal cavity (i) 1-3 (B) Pharynx (ii) 3-4 (C) Oesophagus (iii) 5-7 (D) Gizzard (iv) 8-9 (E) Stomach (v) 9-14 (F) Intestine (vi) 15 to last (G) Typhlosole (vii) 26-35
Which of the following is incorrect for Pheretima?
Which one of the following structures in Pheretima is correctly matched with its function?
The clitellum is a distinct part in the body of earthworm,it is found in?
Hindgut of Cockroach is differentiated into ______