The body of tongue worm Balanoglossus is differentiated into:

Head, trunk and tail

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Trunk and tail

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Proboscis, collar and trunk

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Proboscis and collar

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Solution

The correct option is B Proboscis, collar and trunk
Tongue worm Balanoglossus is a Hemichordate. The basic character of Hemichordates is a division of the body into proboscis, collar, and trunk.
A) Head and tail are not present in Balanoglossus.
B) The tail is absent in Balanoglossus.
C) The body of Balanoglossus is divided into proboscis, collar, and trunk.
D) Besides proboscis and collar, a trunk is also present.
So, the correct answer is option C.

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