Phylum Nematoda Flashcards
What level of organization do Phylum Nematoda display?
Organ-system level
Nematodes have a cuticle which is a
Well-developed covering + protective layer
What kind of symmetry is displayed by Nematodes?
Bilateral
What do Nematodes lack?
- Segmentation
- Muscles
How is the Nervous system of Nematodes?
It is well-developed, with nerve ring near the mouth + nerve cords around body
How is the digestive system of Nematodes?
Complete
What are the components of the nervous system?
- Stomodeum
- Intestine
- Proctodeum
Do nematodes have a coelom?
They are pseudocoelmates
Which systems do nematodes lack?
- Respiratory system
- Circulatory system
How do nematodes get nutrients?
With the fluid of the pseudocoelom
How are nematodes in plants and animals?
Act as parasites
How are sexes displayed in Nematodes?
Nematodes are diecious
How many tissues do Nematodes have?
Three, making them triploblasts
