JAMB Biology 1999 Question 2

Question 2

Support and Movement

The organism that has a hydrostatic skeleton is

  1. A.Tilapia
  2. B.Hydra
  3. C.mosquito larva
  4. D.earthworm.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (earthworm.)

Explanation

The earthworm's body is supported by fluid under pressure in its coelom, which is a hydrostatic skeleton.