Which is the first anterior flesh lobe in annelids that is lip-like projection, but does not include the mouth?

Prostomium

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Peristomium

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Setae

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Clitellum

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Solution

The correct option is A Prostomium
The prostomium is the first anteriorly positioned body segment of an annelid’s body. Sometimes it is also referred to as the acorn. It is usually a lip-like extension of the mouth and present in front of it.
So, the correct answer is 'Prostomium'.

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