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Somites/metameres/segments present in the body of earthworm are
Somites/metameres/segments present in the body of earthworm are
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The correct option is C 100-120
Earthworms are segmented and are externally covered by rings that encircle the body. Earthworm is divided into segments 100-200 segments similar segments called somites or metameres. Segments are separated from each other by distinct ring-like grooves. External segmentation corresponds to the internal segmentation of the body. Each segment of the group of segments can become specialized to perform a particular function.So the correct answer is '100-200 segments'.
Earthworms are segmented and are externally covered by rings that encircle the body. Earthworm is divided into segments 100-200 segments similar segments called somites or metameres. Segments are separated from each other by distinct ring-like grooves. External segmentation corresponds to the internal segmentation of the body. Each segment of the group of segments can become specialized to perform a particular function.
So the correct answer is '100-200 segments'.
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