Question

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select all the characteristics of earthworms.
ingest soil and eliminate indigestible particles
saddlelike cocoon near head to protect eggs
bristles on each segment
feed on blood of vertebrates
found mostly in marine habitats

Explanation:

• Earthworms ingest soil and eliminate indigestible particles as part of their feeding and digestion process.
• They have a saddle - like cocoon (clitellum) near the head which is involved in reproduction (protecting eggs).
• Earthworms have bristles (setae) on each segment that help in movement.
• They do not feed on the blood of vertebrates (leeches are known for that).
• They are not mostly found in marine habitats; they are terrestrial or in freshwater (but not predominantly marine).

Answer:

ingest soil and eliminate indigestible particles, saddlelike cocoon near head to protect eggs, bristles on each segment