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ZOO 102 Practice Questions ZOO 102 6 Objective Question

Question

22. Animals in the phylum Echinodermata display which type of symmetry as adults?
Options
A Bilateral symmetry
B Asymmetry
C Radial symmetry (secondary radial symmetry)
Correct Answer
D No symmetry
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Adult echinoderms exhibit secondary pentaradial symmetry, having evolved from bilaterally symmetrical larval ancestors.

Hint

Starfish display five-part radial symmetry in adulthood.

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