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ZOO 102 Foundations of Animal Systematics and Phylogeny Objective Question

Question

Based on the provided animal phylogenetic tree, which group lacks specialized tissues?
Options
A Eumetazoa
B Bilateria
C Parazoa
Correct Answer
D Radiata
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Parazoa is the group defined as having no true tissues, which primarily includes sponges (Porifera). Eumetazoa is the group that does possess specialized tissues.

Hint

Look for the branch that splits off before Eumetazoa.

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