Q8 / 180 · NEET 2016 (Phase 1) · Botany

Which of the following features is not present in the phylum Arthropoda?

A
Chitinous exoskeleton
B
Metameric segmentation
Correct answer
C
Parapodia
D
Jointed appendages

Solution

Aquatic annelids like Nereis possess lateral appendages, parapodia, which help in swimming.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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