Which of the following correctly describe a sea urchin?

Select all that apply.

cnidarian
chordate
invertebrate
echinoderm
deuterostome

Respuesta :

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Sea Urchins are described as Deuterostomes

Answer:

Option D, Echinoderm

Explanation:

Deuterostome are species which are bilalteral in structure and the first embryonic opening becomes the anus.  

There are three classes of deuterostome namely  

• Chordata  

• Echinodermata  

• Hemichordata  

The sea urchin belongs to the phylum Echinodermata which have radial symmetry (includes starfish etc.) and have a unique a water-vascular system (hydraulic system) which is used for respiration, locomotion and transportation of food item.  

Thus, option D is the correct answer.