Question

Which of the following is an arthropod belonging to onychophora which possesses modified nephridia?

• A. Limulus
• B. Peripatus
• C. Daphnia
• D. Lepisma

Answer 1

The correct option is B Peripatus

A) $\text{Limulus}$ belongs to class Merostomata.

B)$\text{Peripatus}$ belongs to class Onychophora and has modified nephridia as it is considered as a connecting link between annelida and arthropoda.

C) $\text{Daphnia}$ (water-flea) belongs to class Crustacea.

D) $\text{Lepisma}$ (silverfish) belongs to class Insecta.

So, the correct answer is 'Peripatus'.