Zoology-(general)
NEET Zoology (general) Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Hard-Class 11
Assertion (A): Earthworms possess a digestive system that is adapted to grind soil particles. | Reason (R): The muscular gizzard in earthworms helps in grinding soil particles and decaying leaves.
A
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true but R is false.
D
A is false.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context states that the muscular gizzard in earthworms is involved in grinding soil particles, supporting the adaptation of their digestive system.
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