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Identify the organism. Name the Phylum to which this organism belongs. Write any two characteristic features of the phylum.
Asked by Topperlearning User | 29 Apr, 2016, 09:03: AM
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The given organism is Octopus. It belongs to Phylum Mollusca.

Characteristics of Phylum Mollusca:

(i)It shows bilateral symmetry.


(ii)It has open circulatory system.

(iii)The coelomic cavity is reduced.


(iv)It has metanephridia or kidney like organ for excretion.

(Any two)

Answered by | 29 Apr, 2016, 11:03: AM

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