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The spiny brittle star Ophiothrix belongs to

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Ophiuroidea
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Echinoides
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Holothuroidea
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D
Asteroidea
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Solution

The correct option is A Ophiuroidea
Ophiothrix is a large genus of brittle stars. They belong to the class of Ophiuroidea. They are found in oceans and deep waters. They have a central disc shaped body. There is presence of mouth below the disc with jaw plates. They have very long slender and flexible arms. The arms helps in locomotion. They are also known as serpent stars.
Therefore, the correct answer is option A.

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