The word "annelida" is of greek origin; "annellus" means:

Correct answer: A. Little ring

  • A. Little ring
  • B. Segmented body
  • C. Thread
  • D. Hollow

Explanation

Annelid, phylum name Annelida, also called a segmented worm, is a member of a phylum of invertebrate animals that are characterised by the possession of a body cavity (or coelom), movable bristles (or setae), and a body divided into segments by transverse rings, or annulations, from which they take their name. The name of the phylum is derived from the Latin word annellus, which means a little ring.

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