An important characteristic that Hemichordates share with Chordates is:

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An important characteristic that Hemichordates share with Chordates is:

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

Hemichordates were previously classified under Chordates because they possess pharyngeal gill slits, which is a fundamental chordate characteristic. They lack a true notochord (they have a stomochord instead).

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An important characteristic that Hemichordates share with Chordates is:

A

Absence of notochord

B

Ventral tubular nerve cord

C

Pharynx with gill slits

D

Pharynx without gill slits

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