NEET Biology question

Which of the following structures is *Pheretima* is correctly matched with its function?

(A)Clitellum – Secretes cocoonCorrect
(B)Gizzard – Absorbs digested food
(C)Setae – Defence against predators
(D)Typhosole – Storage of extra nutrients

Answer: (A)

Solution

The glandular clitellum (the saddle-like band on segments 14-16) secretes mucus and albumin that together form the protective cocoon in which fertilised eggs develop. The gizzard actually grinds food (not

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