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The adults are readially symmetrical bu...

The adults are readially symmetrical but larvae exhibit bilateral symmetry in

A

Mollusca

B

Hemichordara

C

Echinodermata

D

Cephalochordata.

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To solve the question regarding which group of organisms has adults that are radially symmetrical while their larvae exhibit bilateral symmetry, we can break down the analysis step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Symmetry Types**: - **Radial Symmetry**: Organisms with radial symmetry can be divided into similar halves by multiple planes passing through a central axis. This is typical in adult echinoderms. - **Bilateral Symmetry**: Organisms with bilateral symmetry can only be divided into two similar halves by one plane. This is typical in many larval forms. 2. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Mollusca**: - Larvae: Bilaterally symmetrical. - Adults: Asymmetrical or sometimes exhibit torsion leading to asymmetry. - Conclusion: Incorrect option because adults are not radially symmetrical. - **Hemichordata**: - Both larvae and adults: Bilaterally symmetrical. - Conclusion: Incorrect option as both stages are bilaterally symmetrical. - **Echinodermata**: - Larvae: Bilaterally symmetrical. - Adults: Radially symmetrical. - Conclusion: This is the correct option as it fits the criteria of the question. - **Cephalochordata**: - Both larvae and adults: Bilaterally symmetrical. - Conclusion: Incorrect option as both stages are bilaterally symmetrical. 3. **Final Conclusion**: - The only group that has adults that are radially symmetrical while their larvae exhibit bilateral symmetry is **Echinodermata**. ### Answer: The correct answer is **Echinodermata**.
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