Multiple choice

Which of the following structures in Pheretima posthuma play the role of liver in vertebrates?

  1. Calciferous glands

  2. Gland cells

  3. Chloragogen cells

  4. Clitellar cells

  5. -

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Chloragogen cells in annelids function as a liver in vertebrates. These cells store glycogen and neutralise toxins and are yellowish in colour.