Question

Define enterocoelom.

Answer 1

Enterocoelom:

1. Enterocoelom is a true coelom that develops as lateral pouches from the embryonic gut (archenteron).
2. This type of body cavity is formed by out pocketing of the primitive gut that breaks off and forms the coelom.
3. This cavity is lined by cells of mesodermal origin.
4. Example- animals belonging to the Phyla Echinodermata and Chordata.