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NEET 2026
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NEET
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2026
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Biology
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NEET 2026 · Biology · Chapter

Mechanisms of breathing vary among different groups of animals...

Mechanisms of breathing vary among different groups of animals depending mainly on their habitats and levels of organisation. Identify the incorrect match between the animal group and its respiratory structure.

Options

  1. AEarthworms – Moist cuticle
  2. BInsects – Tracheal tubes
  3. CFlatworms – Gills
  4. DAquatic molluscs – Gills

Correct answer

C. Flatworms – Gills

Step-by-step solution

Lower invertebrates like sponges, coelenterates, and flatworms exchange O2O_2 with CO2CO_2 by simple diffusion over their entire body surface. They do not possess specialized respiratory structures like gills.

Earthworms use their moist cuticle for respiration.

Insects have a network of tubes called tracheal tubes to transport atmospheric air within the body.

Special vascularised structures called gills are used by most aquatic arthropods and molluscs.

Therefore, the match between flatworms and gills is incorrect.

Answer: Flatworms – Gills
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