How Does the Nerve Cord of Chordates Differ from the Nerve

question 41

Multiple Choice

How does the nerve cord of chordates differ from the nerve cord of animals in other taxonomic groups?

• A) It runs along the dorsal side of the body.
• B) It does not develop until after the embryonic period.
• C) It does not extend into the tail.
• D) It is surrounded by bone.
• E) It develops from the gill slits.

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