Question 23
Animal KingdomA centipede differs from a millipede by its
- A.colour
- B.numerous abdominal segments
- C.paired legs on each abdominal segment
- D.poison claws
- E.cylindrical body.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (poison claws)
Explanation
A centipede has a pair of poison claws behind the head for killing prey. A millipede has no poison claws, and it has a cylindrical body with two pairs of legs on most segments.