AIIMS 2019 Zoology Echinodermata MCQ Question
Which of the following options have features corresponding to the given animals
Water vascular system, Calcareous shell
Water Canal system, Calcareous shell
Calcareous shell, acoelomate
Pseudocoelomate, Water vascular system
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Option A is correct because it includes a water vascular system, which is a characteristic feature of echinoderms (e.g., starfish), and a calcareous shell, which is found in mollusks (e.g., snails). Option B incorrectly pairs a water canal system, which is not a recognized term in this context, with a calcareous shell. Option C mentions acoelomate, which refers to organisms without a body cavity, but both echinoderms and mollusks are coelomates. Option D incorrectly associates pseudocoelomate organisms, which have a body cavity derived from the blastocoel, with a water vascular system, which is specific to echinoderms.
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