Question
Distinguish between Chordates and Nonchordates.

Answer

Chordates and Non chordates:
ChordatesNon chordates
i.Body is supported by notochord.Body is not supported by notochord.
ii.Pharyngeal gill slits are present, at least in developmental stages.Pharyngeal gills slits are absent.
iii.Nerve chord is hollow and present dorsally.Nerve chord if present, is solid, paired and present ventrally.
iv.Heart is present on the ventral side of the body.Heart, if present, is on the dorsal side of the body.

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