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Members of which phylum are known as "the segmented worms" ? Name the excretory units of these organisms. Write about their body symmetry and mode of respiration also.

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The members of phylum Annelida are known as the segmented worms". Their body is metamerically segmented. The excretory units of these invertebrates are coiled tubules, the nephridia. 

Example : Nereis, Pheretima and Hirudinaria. 

Body Symmetry: Segmented worms have the typical metameric segmentation. Their body consists of segments called somites or metameres and ring like grooves known as annuli. They have bilateral symmetry. 

Respiration : Respiration in annelids occurs by the skin. In some, gills are present.

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