Platyhelminthes Flashcards
What is the body shape of organisms in the Phylum Platyhelminthes?
They have dorso-ventrally flattened bodies.
What type of symmetry do flatworms exhibit?
They are bilaterally symmetrical.
What type of organisms are flatworms classified as?
They are triploblastic and acoelomate animals.
What level of organization do flatworms have?
They have an organ level of organization.
What structures are present in the parasitic forms of flatworms?
Hooks and suckers are present.
How do some flatworms absorb nutrients?
They absorb nutrients directly through their body surface.
What specialized cells help in osmoregulation and excretion in flatworms?
Specialized cells called flame cells.
Are the sexes separate in flatworms?
No, sexes are not separate.
What type of fertilization do flatworms undergo?
Fertilization is internal.
How do flatworms develop?
Development is through many larval stages.
What is a notable feature of some flatworms like Planaria?
They possess high regeneration capacity.
Can you name examples of flatworms?
Examples include Taenia (Tapeworm) and Fasciola (Liver fluke).
