NEET Biology NEET PYQ-Kingdom Animalia

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    Pheretima and its close relatives derive nourishment from          [AIPMT (S) 2012]

    A) sugarcane roots

    B) decaying fallen leaves and soil organic matter                   

    C) soil insects

    D) small pieces of fresh fallen leaves of maize

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    [b] Food of earthworm (Pheretima sp.) consists of organic matter, fallen decaying leaves, algae, etc., present in the soil. Food is swallowed along with Soil by sucking action.


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