Which of the chordate characteristics do tunicates retain as adults?

1.	Which of the chordate characteristics do tunicates retain as adults?
Answer» 1. The larval stage of the tunicate possesses all the features characteristic of chordates, a notochord, a dorsal hollow nerve cord, pharyngeal slits and a post-anal tail. 2. In the adult stage the notochord, nerve cord, and tail disappear.

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1. The larval stage of the tunicate possesses all the features characteristic of chordates, a notochord, a dorsal hollow nerve cord, pharyngeal slits and a post-anal tail.

2. In the adult stage the notochord, nerve cord, and tail disappear.

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