Chapter 49, Problem 18TYK

Summary Introduction

To review:

The phylogenetic evidence that suggests about hermaphroditism of nematodes Caenorhabditis elegans and Caenorhabditis briggsae.

Introduction:

Hermaphroditism is a condition in which, during the time of sexual reproduction, either partner can act as “male” or “female.” The hermaphroditic plants are most of the flowering plants such as angiosperms, and there are some hermaphroditic animals like invertebrates such as worms, snails, and slugs.