JIPMER Jipmer Medical Solved Paper-2011

  • question_answer
    Solenocytes are the main excretory structures in

    A)  annelids                             

    B)  molluscs

    C)  echinodermates

    D)         platyhelminthes

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

    Solenocytes (also called flame cells) are meant for excretion and osmoregulation in Platyhelminthes. Annelids have metanephridia for excretion. Molluscs have kidneys (although different from venebrare kidneys) for excretion. In echinodennates, no special excretory organs are found for excretion. In them, excretion takes place through diffusion or osmosis or through active transport.


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