Pedal glands are characteristic of which of the following class of organism?

Acanthocephala

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Rotifers

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Loricifera

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B Rotifers
The pedal gland is an anatomical feature found at the foot of many rotifers that secrete an adhesive substance. The adhesive is a mucus which forms a layer below the foot and helps in locomotion. So, the correct answer is option B.

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