Question

The location of lymph glands in Pheretima is

• A. 4${}^{th}$, 5${}^{th}$ and 6${}^{th}$ segment
• B. l0${}^{th}$ to 20${}^{th}$ segment
• C. 26${}^{th}$ to the last segment
• D. 13${}^{th}$ segment

Answer 1

The correct option is C 26${}^{th}$ to the last segment

The lymph glands are whitish fluffy glands present on the dorsal blood vessel from 26th segment to the last segment. They secrete phagocytes and destroys harmful bacteria. The earthworm contains the accessory glands whose secretions basically helps in attachment during copulation. So, the correct answer is option C.