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In which group of animals, notochord is restricted to the anterior part of body?

A
Hemichordata
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Urochordata
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C
Cephalochordata
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D
Chordata
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Solution

The correct option is A Hemichordata
  • Hemichordata consists of worm-like marine invertebrates closely related to chordates and echinoderms.
  • The anterior part is the proboscis which is a muscular and ciliated organ used in locomotion and in the collection and transport of food particles.
  • Therefore, the correct answer is option A.

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