Biology Term 2 Midterm Exam

Question 1

Pharynx

Answer 1

For flatworms it releases digestive enzymes

Question 2

Flame cell

Answer 2

A flame cell is a specialized cell in certain organisms, like flatworms, that helps with waste removal and water balance by filtering waste.

Question 3

Ganglion

Answer 3

A ganglion is a cluster of nerve cells that serves as a control center for coordinating and transmitting signals within the nervous system.

Question 4

Regeneration

Answer 4

Regeneration is the process by which organisms can restore or repair themselves by regrowing or replacing lost or damaged body parts or tissues.

Question 5

Scolex

Answer 5

A scolex is a specialized structure in certain parasites like tapeworms, located in the head region. It has hooks or suckers that enable the parasite to attach to the host’s intestinal wall.

Question 6

Proglottid

Answer 6

A proglottid is a tapeworm segment with reproductive structures that produce eggs. New proglottids are added as the tapeworm grows.