Asked by Arpit Bapna on May 01, 2024
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Which type of organism is characterized by having jointed appendages, ability to molt, and three sets of fused segments?
A) molluscs
B) echinoderms
C) arthropods
D) annelids
E) chordates
Arthropods
A large phylum of invertebrate animals with exoskeletons, segmented bodies, and jointed appendages, including insects, arachnids, and crustaceans.
Jointed Appendages
Body parts, such as limbs or antenna, that are composed of segments connected in such a way that they can move.
Molting
The process by which animals shed their outer layer, such as skin or feathers, to allow for growth or to replace worn tissues.
- Investigate the properties of arthropods, such as their articulated limbs, hard outer covering, and sectional body organization.
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JD
Jaiden DavisMay 08, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Arthropods are characterized by having jointed appendages, ability to molt, and three sets of fused segments. Molluscs have a muscular foot and mantle, echinoderms have a radial symmetry, annelids have segmented bodies, and chordates have a notochord, dorsal nerve cord, pharyngeal slits, and a post-anal tail.
Learning Objectives
- Investigate the properties of arthropods, such as their articulated limbs, hard outer covering, and sectional body organization.