Describe in brief types of nephridia found in earthworm based on their

1.	Describe in brief types of nephridia found in earthworm based on their location?
Answer» Nephridia are of three types : (i) Septal Nephridia : These are present on both the sides of intersegmental septa and open into intestine (ii) Integumental Nephridia : These are found attached to the lining of the body wall and open on the body surface. (iii) Pharyngeal Nephridia : These are found on the 4th, 5th, and 6th segment in the form of three paired tufts.

Describe in brief types of nephridia found in earthworm based on their location?

Answer»

Nephridia are of three types :

(i) Septal Nephridia : These are present on both the sides of intersegmental septa and open into intestine

(ii) Integumental Nephridia : These are found attached to the lining of the body wall and open on the body surface.

(iii) Pharyngeal Nephridia : These are found on the 4th, 5th, and 6th segment in the form of three paired tufts.