Question

Statement 1: The earthworm fixes itself on the ground with the help of slime secreted from its body.

Statement 2: The movement in earthworm results from coordination of bones and muscles.

• A. Only statement 1 is correct
• B. Only statement 2 is correct
• C. Both the statements are correct
• D. Both the statements are incorrect

Answer 1

The correct option is D Both the statements are incorrect

The slimy substance secreted by earthworm helps it to move smoothly and swiftly on the ground. It has hair-like projections, connected with the muscles under its body, that fixes its parts on the ground. These structures are termed as bristles.