Which of the following group of protochordates is of exclusively hermaphrodite?
A
Urochordata
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B
Cephalochordata
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C
Hemichordata
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D
Cyclostomata
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Solution
The correct option is A Urochordata
Urochordates includes the group called as tunicates. These are marine filter feeders. The body forms a sac like structure. The body is filled with water. There are two tubular openings which are called as siphons. This openings are used for intake and expulsion of water. They are hermaphrodites. They have a single ovary and testis which is present either near the gut or on the body wall.