Question

Which segments of the earthworm contain the blood glands?

(a) 9^th to 12^th

(b) 16^th to 18^th

(c) 23^rd to 25^th

(d) 4^th to 6^th

I had been asked this question during an online exam.

Enquiry is from Animals Structural Organisations topic in chapter Structural Organisations in Animals of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

The correct answer is (d) 4^th to 6^th

Best explanation: The 4^th, 5^th and 6^th segments of the body of the earthworm contain the blood glands. The function of these glands is to produce blood cells and hemoglobin. These components of blood are dissolved in the blood plasma.