The distinct anus is absent in echinoderms ______________.
A
Asteroidea
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B
Ophiuroidea
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C
Echinoidea
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D
Holothuroidea
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Solution
The correct option is COphiuroidea Brittle stars have a blind gut with no intestine or anus. The mouth serves both the functions of ingestion and egestion.