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What would happen if the disc of starfish is deprived of all its arms and a single arm is cut with a portion of disc?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Starfish Anatomy**: - Starfish belong to the phylum Echinodermata and have a unique body structure characterized by a central disc and multiple arms (usually five). 2. **Regeneration Ability**: - Starfish possess a remarkable ability to regenerate lost body parts. This process is known as regeneration, which allows them to regrow lost arms or even an entire body from a part of the disc. ...
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