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BIO 102 Unique characteristics of animals 1 Objective Question

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Which type of body cavity is characteristic of Phylum Platyhelminthes?
Options
A Coelomate
B Pseudocoelomate
C Acoelomate
Correct Answer
D Hemocoel
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The 'Phylum Platyhelminthes (Flatworms)' section states, 'Body cavity: Acoelomate (no true body cavity).' This means they lack any body cavity.

Hint

The name 'acoelomate' literally means 'without a coelom'.

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