Zoology-(general)
NEET Zoology (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11
In an earthworm, if the gizzard occupies segments 8-9, and the stomach extends from segments 9-14, how many segments in total are occupied by the gizzard and stomach combined?
A
7 segments
B
6 segments
C
8 segments
D
5 segments
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The gizzard occupies segments 8 and 9, and the stomach occupies segments 9 through 14. There is an overlap at segment 9, so the total number of segments is 7 (8-14).
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