NEET2017BotanyAnimal KingdomActual
An important characteristic that Hemichordates share with Chordates is
Options
- AAbsence of notochord
- BVentral tubular nerve cord
- CPharynx with gill slits
- DPharynx without gill slits
Correct answer
C. Pharynx with gill slits
Step-by-step solution
Pharyngeal gill slits are present in Hemichordates as well as in Chordates. The notochord is present in Chordates only. Ventral tubular nerve cord is a characteristic feature of non-chordates.