How Does the Nerve Cord of Chordates Differ from the Nerve

question 37

Multiple Choice

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

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

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