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They look like bristles embedded in its body wall.
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What does setae mean?
setae means setae wich is a sofa
What are the Bristles on the ventral surface of a worm called?
They are setae. They help the worm move, like little legs.
What is meant by penial setae?
Penial setae refer to the sperm ducts of invertebrate animals. Penial setae are bristle-like structures on segmented invertebrates such s worms. They are usually located behind the worms' prostates.
What does setae feel like?
It feels rough
Do most annelids have external bristles called setae?
Yes, most annelids have external bristles called setae. Animals like earthworms use them to help them move.
What Segment of the worm contains no Setae?
What segment of the worm contains no no Setae ?
Are worms smooth?
Earthworms might look smooth but they have bristles, called setae, that help to hold them in their tunnels.
What are plant bristles called?
Plant bristles are called setae or awns. The setae are movable bristles. Setae are also known as being a stiff hair.
How do bristles help the earthworm in its movement?
Bristles also known as setae. They work as legs; they grip to soil with the setae. Setae also can dig through soil.
What is the function of setae?
Helps make a type of mucus like material for motivation and movement.
What are setae and what are their importance is?
Setae are little bristles attached to segments of annelids. It helps them move.
An earthworm uses its setae to?
The setae, or hair-like projections from each segment, help the earthworm anchor into the soil when burrowing and moving through the dirt. Without the help of the setae, a worm would have a harder time gaining enough traction to pull itself forward.
