Phylum Platyhelminthes: The Flat Worms
Phylum Platyhelminthes - Classes Turbellaria, Trematoda and Cestoda. Lab Exam.
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Flat worms have three germ layers, what is the third germ layer called?
Explanation
Flat worms, also known as platyhelminthes, are simple organisms that have three germ layers during embryonic development. The third germ layer is called mesoderm. This layer gives rise to various tissues and structures such as muscles, reproductive organs, and the circulatory system. The mesoderm plays a crucial role in the overall development and complexity of flat worms.Rate this question:
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Are flatworms .....
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Diploblastic
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Triploblastic
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UnoBlastic
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B. TriploblasticExplanation
Flatworms are triploblastic, meaning they have three germ layers during their embryonic development. These germ layers give rise to different tissues and organs in the body. In triploblastic organisms, the three germ layers are the ectoderm (outer layer), mesoderm (middle layer), and endoderm (inner layer). This allows flatworms to have more complex body structures and organ systems compared to diploblastic organisms, which have only two germ layers. Unoblastic is not a valid term or classification for organisms.Rate this question:
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There is no internal body cavity on flatworms, so flatworms are termed _____________ (no body cavity).
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AcoelomatesExplanation
Flatworms are referred to as acoelomates because they lack an internal body cavity. In acoelomates, the space between the body wall and the digestive tract is filled with mesenchyme, a loose connective tissue. This absence of a body cavity allows for a more direct interaction between the cells and the external environment, facilitating the exchange of nutrients and waste. Acoelomates have a simpler body structure compared to animals with a body cavity, such as coelomates or pseudocoelomates.Rate this question:
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Flatworms exhibit what kind of symmetry?
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bilateralExplanation
Flatworms exhibit bilateral symmetry, which means that their bodies can be divided into two equal halves along a single plane. This symmetry allows them to have a distinct head and tail region, as well as a left and right side. This type of symmetry is advantageous for flatworms as it allows for efficient movement and coordination. Additionally, bilateral symmetry is common in animals that have a defined direction of movement, such as forward or backward.Rate this question:
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What class is the genus Dugesia located in?
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TurbellariaExplanation
The genus Dugesia is located in the class Turbellaria. Turbellaria is a class of flatworms that are free-living and mainly aquatic. They are characterized by their soft, flattened bodies and ciliated epidermis. Dugesia is a genus of planarians, which are a type of turbellarian flatworms. They are known for their ability to regenerate and are commonly used in scientific research. Therefore, the correct answer is Turbellaria.Rate this question:
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Genus Fasciola is located in what class?
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TrematodaExplanation
The correct answer is Trematoda because Genus Fasciola belongs to the class Trematoda. Trematoda is a class of parasitic flatworms, commonly known as flukes, which have complex life cycles involving both intermediate and definitive hosts. Fasciola is a genus of flukes that includes species such as Fasciola hepatica, the liver fluke. These flukes infect various mammals, including humans, and cause diseases such as fascioliasis.Rate this question:
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Genus Schistosoma is located in what class?
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TrematodaExplanation
The correct answer is Trematoda because Schistosoma is a genus of parasitic flatworms, commonly known as blood flukes, which belong to the class Trematoda. Trematoda is a class of parasitic flatworms that includes various species of flukes, including Schistosoma.Rate this question:
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Genus Clonorchis is located in what class?
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TrematodaExplanation
Genus Clonorchis is located in the class Trematoda. Trematoda is a class of parasitic flatworms, commonly known as flukes. These organisms have a complex life cycle involving multiple hosts and are characterized by a leaf-shaped body with suckers. Clonorchis is a genus of trematodes that includes species such as Clonorchis sinensis, which is the causative agent of clonorchiasis in humans. This parasitic infection primarily affects the liver and bile ducts. Therefore, it is accurate to say that Genus Clonorchis is located in the class Trematoda.Rate this question:
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Genus Taenia is located in what class?
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CestodaExplanation
The genus Taenia belongs to the class Cestoda. Cestoda is a class of parasitic flatworms commonly known as tapeworms. These organisms have a long, segmented body and are found in the intestines of vertebrates. Taenia is a genus of tapeworms that infects humans and animals, causing diseases such as taeniasis and cysticercosis. Therefore, the correct answer is Cestoda.Rate this question:
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What genus is this?
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SchistosomaExplanation
The given answer "Schistosoma" is the correct genus for the organism in question. Schistosoma is a genus of parasitic flatworms, commonly known as blood flukes, that infect humans and other mammals. These worms cause schistosomiasis, a disease that affects millions of people worldwide. The genus Schistosoma includes several species, such as Schistosoma mansoni and Schistosoma japonicum, each with its own specific characteristics and geographical distribution. Therefore, based on the information provided, the correct answer is Schistosoma.Rate this question:
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What genus is this?
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DugesiaExplanation
Dugesia is the correct answer because it is the genus of the organism being referred to in the question. The question is asking for the specific genus of the organism, and Dugesia is the correct response to that question.Rate this question:
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What is the pointer pointing at called?
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OcelliExplanation
The pointer is called Ocelli.Rate this question:
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What is the pointer pointing at?
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AuriclesExplanation
The pointer is pointing at the auricles.Rate this question:
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What is the genus of this species?
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Fasciola - 15.
Give the name the pointer is pointing at.
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Ventral Sucker - 16.
Give the name the pointer is pointing at.
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Testes - 17.
Name the thing the pointer is pointing at.
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UterusExplanation
The pointer is pointing at the uterus.Rate this question:
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Name the thing the pointer is pointing at.
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EsophagusExplanation
The pointer is pointing at the esophagus.Rate this question:
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Name the thing the pointer is pointing at.
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Oral SuckerExplanation
The pointer is pointing at an oral sucker.Rate this question:
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What genus is this species?
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ClonorchisExplanation
The given species is Clonorchis. The question is asking for the genus of this species. In this case, the genus and species name are the same, which is Clonorchis.Rate this question:
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What is the genus of this species?
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Fasciola
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