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What is clitellum? Give its function.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Clitellum**: The clitellum is a specialized, thickened, glandular section of the body wall found in certain annelids, particularly in earthworms. It is typically light-colored and is located in segments 14, 15, and 16 of the earthworm. 2. **Location**: The clitellum is situated in the anterior part of the earthworm's body, specifically in the segments mentioned above. ...
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  2. What is the location of spermathecal pores in Pheretima?

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  7. Differentiate between Merocrine, Apocrine and Holocrine glands.

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  8. Differentiate between tendon and ligament.

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  9. Differentiate between fibro-cartilage and elastic cartilage.

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  10. How do axon and dendron differ from each other?

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  11. Give the position and function of bipolar neurons.

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  12. What are nephridia? Mention the types of nephridia in earthworm?

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  13. What are ommatidia? Define mosaic vision of cockroach.

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  14. Which type of mouth parts are found in cockroach? Name the components ...

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  15. Define metameric segmentation. Where does it occur?

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  16. Define tracheal intercom. Why is the respiratory system of cockroach m...

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  17. What is Bidder's canal? Give its function.

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  18. What happens when human RBCs are placed in 0.2% NaCl solution?

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  19. Give two differences between striated and non-striated muscles.

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  20. Give the scientific name of earthworm. What is vermicomposting?

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