What are the main characteristic features of phylum Annelida? Mention any five examples also.

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The main characteristic features of phylum Annelida are:
(i) Body is bilaterally symmetrical, triploblastic, and vermiform.
(ii) The body cavity is a true coelom.
(iii) Extensive organ differentiation with body segmentation.
Examples of Annelids: Earthworms, Leeches, Nereis, etc.

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