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ZOO 101 The Excretory System Objective Question
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How do nephridia in earthworms function?
Options
A They are bathed in blood from an open circulatory system.
B They are surrounded by capillaries and filter wastes from the blood.
Correct Answer
C They directly absorb wastes from the gut.
D They release enzymes to break down wastes.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Nephridia are surrounded by capillaries and filter wastes from the blood to form a dilute urine.

Hint

They work by filtration from the blood.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: The Excretory System
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 626 of 2214
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