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The excretory organs of Palaeomon are...

The excretory organs of Palaeomon are

A

Malpighian tubules

B

Nephridia

C

Green glands

D

Kidney

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Organism**: The question asks about the excretory organs of Palaeomon, which is a genus of freshwater shrimp. 2. **Understand Excretion in Palaeomon**: In Palaeomon, excretion primarily occurs through specialized structures known as green glands. 3. **Name the Excretory Organs**: The green glands are also referred to as antennal glands or "medium sex" glands. They play a crucial role in both excretion and osmoregulation. 4. **Describe the Function of Green Glands**: - The green glands receive blood through antennary arteries. - They perform ultrafiltration, where water and dissolved substances are filtered out from the blood. 5. **Filtration Process**: - The filtered material (filtrate) moves into a structure called the labyrinth. - Useful substances are reabsorbed back into the bloodstream through a process known as selective absorption. 6. **Formation of Urine**: - The waste products that remain after filtration are collected and passed into the bladder. - The excretory fluid is then transported from the renal sac through the ureter to the renal apertures. 7. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the excretory organs of Palaeomon are the green glands.
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