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The neurogenic heart is the characteristic feature of:

Correct answer: B. Arthropods

  • A. Humans
  • B. Arthropods
  • C. Rabbits
  • D. Rats

Explanation

The neurogenic heart is a characteristic feature of most arthropods and some annelids. In this, the heart beat is initiated by a nerve impulse coming from a nerve ganglion situated near the heart. The myogenic heart is a characteristic feature of molluscs and vertebrates. In this, heart beat is initiated by a patch of modified heart muscle itself. So, humans, rabbits and rats have myogenic heart.

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