2. Describe, compare and contrast movements in the major annelid groups: surface crawling in polychaetes, burrowing in oligochaetes, and "inch- worming" in hirudineans. Be sure to address: means of attaching to substrate, muscles employed, and the role of parapodia, setae, and the coelom.

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2. Describe, compare and contrast movements in the major annelid groups:
surface crawling in polychaetes, burrowing in oligochaetes, and "inch-
worming" in hirudineans. Be sure to address: means of attaching to
substrate, muscles employed, and the role of parapodia, setae, and the
coelom.
Transcribed Image Text:2. Describe, compare and contrast movements in the major annelid groups: surface crawling in polychaetes, burrowing in oligochaetes, and "inch- worming" in hirudineans. Be sure to address: means of attaching to substrate, muscles employed, and the role of parapodia, setae, and the coelom.
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Annelids are a diverse group of segmented worms that belong to the phylum Annelida. They exhibit a wide range of body forms and lifestyles and are found in various habitats, including marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments. Their segmented body plan and specialized adaptations allow them to thrive in a wide range of habitats and exhibit a fascinating array of behaviors and ecological interactions.


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