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Which one of the following structures in Pheretima is correctly matched with its function?
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- Clitellum - secretes cocoon
- Gizzard - absorbs digested food
- Setae- defence against predators
- Typhlosole - storage of extra nutrients
Correct Option: A
Clitellum - secretes cocoon during breading season of earthworm. Gizzard is used for- grinding of food particles. Setae help in locomotion. Typhlosole increases the absorption area in intestine.