help the earthworm to get a grip on the ground.

Muscles

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Bristles

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The correct option is B Bristles
Earthworms have a large number of tiny bristles (hair-like structures) projecting out. The bristles are connected with muscles. They move by repeated expansion and contraction of their muscles. The bristles help the earthworm to get a good grip on the ground.

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