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P-2 Animal Classification — Science STD 10 — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10ScienceP-2 Animal Classification2 Marks
Question
Balanoglossus is connecting link between non- chordates and chordates.
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Answer

(i) Balanoglossus belongs to Hemichordata meaning half-chordates.
(ii) The body shows proboscis, collar and trunk.
(iii) Its characteristic features resemble with Non- chordates as well as chordates.
(iv) Thus, this animal shows characteristics of both the groups and hence, it is a considered as a connecting link between non-chordates and chordates.

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