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An echinoderms is

A

Torpedo Fish

B

Star Fish

C

Electric Ray

D

Shark.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Echinoderms**: Echinoderms are a group of marine animals characterized by their radial symmetry, a water vascular system, and a calcareous endoskeleton. They belong to the phylum Echinodermata. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options given are: - Torpedo fish - Starfish - Electric ray - Shark 3. **Classifying the Options**: - **Torpedo Fish**: This fish belongs to the phylum Chordata, which includes all vertebrates. - **Electric Ray**: This is another name for the torpedo fish and also belongs to the phylum Chordata. - **Shark**: Sharks are also vertebrates and belong to the phylum Chordata. 4. **Identifying the Correct Answer**: The only option that belongs to the phylum Echinodermata is the starfish. Starfish, also known as sea stars, belong to the class Asteroidea within the phylum Echinodermata. 5. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the correct answer to the question "An echinoderm is" is **starfish**. ---
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