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What is the prostomium?
The prostomium is the first body segment in an earthworm which is part of a group of worms called segmented worms or annelids. The prostomium does not include the worm's mouth. -Anonymous
What helps an earthworm dig through the soil and where is this located?
An earthworm's ability to dig through soil is aided by its strong, muscular body and the hydraulic pressure created by its body fluids. The earthworm's setae, tiny bristle-like structures on its body, also help it grip onto soil particles as it moves. These structures are located along the earthworm's body segments.
How long was the longest earthworm in the world?
megascolides australis ( giant gippsland earthworm ) found in Australia is world's longest earthworm these giant earthworms average at 80cm long and 2cm in diameter their life span is relatively long and take 5 years for maturity when these worms hatch they are 20cm long
What is the usual segment number of the pharynx on an earthworm?
The segment number of the pharynx on an earthworm is around 4-7. Hope that helps.
What number segment are the female genital pores found on the earthworm?
The female genital pores in an earthworm are located on segment 14. These pores are used for receiving sperm during reproduction.
What is the boring organ of earthworm?
Prostomium
The number of segments between prostomiun and clitellum?
There are about 30 segments between the prostomium and clitellum of an earthworm. actually this question asked as differently as "How many segments are between the prostomium and clitellum of an earthworm?" see answer for this question.
What is the Different between the prostomium and peristomium in polychaetes?
Prostomium is the frontmost part of the earthworm. This is not called a true segment as it doesn't contain typical organs of an annelida. Peristomium is from where the true segment of the earthworm body starts.
What is the name of the first segment on an earthworm?
The first segment on an earthworm is called the prostomium. It is a fleshy lobe that covers the mouth and helps the earthworm sense its environment.
What is the function of esophagus in an earthworm?
The esophagus of an earthworm is part of the earthworm's digestive tract, between the pharynx and the crop, and it basically just moves the earthworm's food from the pharynx to the crop. It also helps to keep the food from backing up (making the worm barf/throw up).
What is the prostomium?
The prostomium is the first body segment in an earthworm which is part of a group of worms called segmented worms or annelids. The prostomium does not include the worm's mouth. -Anonymous
What do you call the flap of skin that hangs over the mouth of an earthworm?
The flap of skin that hangs over the mouth of an earthworm is called the prostomium. This structure is located at the anterior end of the worm and serves to help the earthworm sense its environment and aid in the ingestion of organic matter from the soil.
What is the purpose of the prostomium?
The prostomium is a structure found in some invertebrates, such as annelid worms. It serves as a cover for the mouth and houses sensory organs like tentacles or palps that help in detecting food and navigating the environment. Additionally, the prostomium can aid in burrowing or feeding activities.
Where is porphyrin of earthworm found?
Porphyrin of earthworm is found in the epidermis or the body wall.
What helps an earthworm find food?
worms eat through the soil then it removes its waste
What helps an earthworm dig through the soil and where is this located?
An earthworm's ability to dig through soil is aided by its strong, muscular body and the hydraulic pressure created by its body fluids. The earthworm's setae, tiny bristle-like structures on its body, also help it grip onto soil particles as it moves. These structures are located along the earthworm's body segments.
What kind of worm is this that you have found?
The worm you have found is a type of earthworm.
