Which Organisms Feature a Body Plan with Repeating Segments (Somites)that

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which organisms feature a body plan with repeating segments (somites) that are modified during development into structures such as ribs and muscles?

• A) Vertebrates
• B) Jellyfish
• C) Sea stars
• D) Flatworms
• E) Sea urchins

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Definitions:

Eastern Pacific Basin

A region of the Pacific Ocean bounded by the Americas to the east and Asia and Australia to the west, known for its deep ocean trenches and marine biodiversity.

Ocean Current

A continuous, directed movement of seawater generated by forces acting upon it such as wind, the Coriolis effect, breaking waves, and differences in temperature and salinity.

Ocean Currents

Large-scale water movements in the ocean basin, driven by wind, water density differences, and the Earth's rotation, influencing climate and marine ecosystems.

Cold Current

A flow of seawater that is cooler than the surrounding waters, influencing regional climates and marine life.