Notochord: Defining Feature of Chordata — NEET Biology
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Animals belonging to phylum Chordata are fundamentally characterised by the presence of a notochord, a dorsal
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Which of the following is a fundamental characteristic of all chordates?
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Correct answer: B — Presence of a notochord
Chordates are defined by the presence of a notochord, dorsal hollow nerve cord, and paired gill slits.
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Animals belonging to phylum Chordata are fundamentally characterised by the presence of a notochord, a dorsal
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Animal Kingdom, Class 11 NCERT Biology.
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