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​Which one of the options correctly represents organisms from the subphyla Chelicerata, Myriapoda, and Hexapoda, in this specific sequence?​
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Which one of the options correctly represents organisms from the subphyla Chelicerata, Myriapoda, and Hexapoda, in this specific sequence?

A.

Arachnids, horseshoe crabs, centipedes

B.

Horseshoe crabs, centipedes, springtails

C.

Lobsters, millipedes, silverfish

D.

Arachnids, insects, crabs

Correct option is B

Explanation -

1. Chelicerata
These are arthropods that lack antennae and have chelicerae (mouthparts).
Examples: Arachnids (spiders, scorpions, ticks, mites)
                  Horseshoe crabs
2. Myriapoda
These are multi-legged arthropods.
Examples: Centipedes (Class Chilopoda)
                  Millipedes (Class Diplopoda)

3. Hexapoda
These include arthropods with six legs (three pairs).
Examples:  Insects (ants, beetles, butterflies, springtails, etc.)
                  Springtails (technically Collembola, part of Hexapoda but not true insects)


So, the correct answer is option b -  Horseshoe crabs, centipedes, springtails









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