Molluscs commonly possess nephridia or metanephridia for excretion. These organs help remove nitrogenous wastes and regulate internal fluids. This MCQ belongs to the Mollusca topic in Animal Diversity-I and is written to test concept understanding rather than memorized wording.
Earthworms exchange gases through their moist body surface, a process called cutaneous respiration. Dry skin reduces diffusion and can be fatal. This MCQ belongs to the Annelida topic in Animal Diversity-I and is written to test concept understanding rather than memorized wording.
Malpighian tubules are excretory organs of insects and many terrestrial arthropods. They help remove wastes while conserving water, often producing uric acid. This MCQ belongs to the Arthropoda topic in Animal Diversity-I and is written to test concept understanding rather than memorized wording.
The water vascular system is a defining echinoderm feature. It operates tube feet for locomotion, feeding, attachment, and gas exchange in many species. This MCQ belongs to the Echinodermata topic in Animal Diversity-I and is written to test concept understanding rather than memorized wording.
Bivalves generally lack a radula because they feed by filtering suspended particles with their gills. This contrasts with gastropods, where the radula is commonly used for scraping. This MCQ belongs to the Bivalvia topic in Animal Diversity-I and is written to test concept understanding rather than memorized wording.
In earthworms, the crop stores food and the gizzard grinds it with ingested particles. This supports processing of soil and organic matter. This MCQ belongs to the Annelida topic in Animal Diversity-I and is written to test concept understanding rather than memorized wording.
Green glands, or antennal glands, are excretory organs of many crustaceans. They help regulate salts and remove wastes in aquatic environments. This MCQ belongs to the Crustacea topic in Animal Diversity-I and is written to test concept understanding rather than memorized wording.
Tube feet are extensions of the water vascular system. In sea stars, they help in locomotion, attachment, feeding, and manipulating prey. This MCQ belongs to the Echinodermata topic in Animal Diversity-I and is written to test concept understanding rather than memorized wording.
Many cephalopods possess an ink sac that releases ink as a defensive mechanism. It can confuse predators while the animal escapes by jet propulsion or hiding. This MCQ belongs to the Cephalopoda topic in Animal Diversity-I and is written to test concept understanding rather than memorized wording.
Correct Answer: D. segmentation improves locomotion
Explanation:
Segmentation allows localized muscle contraction and independent movement of body regions. In annelids, it improves burrowing, crawling, and functional specialization along the body. This MCQ belongs to the Annelida topic in Animal Diversity-I and is written to test concept understanding rather than memorized wording.
Insects use a tracheal respiratory system made of tubes opening through spiracles. Oxygen reaches tissues directly, reducing reliance on blood for oxygen transport. This MCQ belongs to the Insecta topic in Animal Diversity-I and is written to test concept understanding rather than memorized wording.
The madreporite is a sieve-like plate that connects the water vascular system with the external seawater. It helps regulate fluid entry into the system. This MCQ belongs to the Echinodermata topic in Animal Diversity-I and is written to test concept understanding rather than memorized wording.