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ZOO 102 Foundations of Animal Systematics and Phylogeny Objective Question

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Where is the coelom typically located in a triploblastic animal?
Options
A Inside the digestive organs
B Between the visceral organs and the body wall
Correct Answer
C In the space between the ectoderm and the non-living layer
D Surrounding the external epidermis
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The coelomic cavity represents a space, usually filled with fluid, that lies between the internal organs (viscera) and the body wall. It houses major organ systems.

Hint

It's a 'space' that contains the organs.

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