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An example of class Polychaeta is

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Nereis
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Pheretima
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Hirudinaria
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All of the above
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Solution

The correct option is A Nereis
The Polychaeta is a class of annelid worms. These are generally marine organisms. The body is cylindrical and tube like. The elongated body is segmented. Nereis is a genus of polychaete. These are the organisms of the family Nereidae. There is presence of a pair of leg like protrusions in every segment. This protrusion is called as parapodia. There are many bristles on the parapodia which are called as chaetae. The cheatae are made of chitin. These parapodia are used for the purpose of locomotion.
Thus, the correct answer is option A.

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