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Mucus secretion in platyhelminthes helps with locomotion by reducing friction as the organism moves. It also aids in protecting the organism from harmful substances in the environment and serves as a lubricant for food ingestion and digestion. Additionally, mucus can help trap prey or aid in capturing food.

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