The Nematodes are Commonly Known As

Question

The nematodes are commonly known as
A)flatworms.
B)segmented worms.
C)roundworms.
D)beard worms.
E)tongue worms.

Accepted Answer

Nematodes are commonly known as roundworms. Flatworms (A) are a completely different phylum of worms that are flat and have no true body cavity. Segmented worms (B) belong to the phylum Annelida, which includes earthworms and leeches. Beard worms (D) and tongue worms (E) are both types of marine invertebrates, but they are not considered worms in the taxonomic sense.