What Function Does a Clitellum Serve

question 18

Multiple Choice

What function does a clitellum serve?

• A) anchoring an animal to its substrate
• B) digestion
• C) cushions organs
• D) glues two organisms together for sperm exchange
• E) keeps blood from clotting

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