In earthworm skeleton like function is performed by _______________.

Coelomic fluid

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Alimentary canal filled with food

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Typhlosole

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Clitellum

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Solution

The correct option is A Coelomic fluid
The earthworm is invertebrates and as we know invertebrates lacks skeleton. So, the coelomic fluid present in coelomic chambers acts as a hydrostatic skeleton so that the structure is maintained. It is helpful in the contraction and relaxation of the muscles in the earthworm's body.
So, the correct answer is option is (A)

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