Asked by Anyce Tripp on May 14, 2024

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Which of the following is a marine species that is segmented and has many setae, a well-developed head, separate sexes, and trochophore larva?

A) sponges
B) sandworms and tubeworms
C) earthworms
D) leeches
E) mollusks

Sandworms and Tubeworms

Diverse groups of worms, often marine, where sandworms usually refer to polychaete annelids and tubeworms can refer to several different taxa that live in protective tubes.

Trochophore Larva

A larval form found in mollusks and many polychaetes.

  • Distinguish among the diverse phyla of marine invertebrates by examining their anatomical and physiological characteristics.
  • Explain the mechanism and importance of segmentation in annelids and its influence on movement.
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Kelsie LeeannMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Sandworms and tubeworms are marine species that are segmented and have many setae (bristles), a well-developed head, separate sexes, and undergo development from a trochophore larva, fitting the description provided.