Why was the feeding strategy of Riftia worms such a mystery to scientists when they were first
discovered?
a. These worms have no mouth.
b. These worms have no digestive tract.
c. These worms have no anus.
d. All of these choices
ANS: D
The Riftia worms contain large feeding bodies with tightly packed bacteria. The worms absorb
hydrogen sulfide and transport it to the bacteria. Information can be found in the section Examples of
Marine Communities
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A. water H2O B. carbonic acid H2CO3 C. hydrochloric acid HCl D. carbon dioxide CO2
A ________ flood occurs when heavy rain strikes a mountainous area
A) quick B) monsoon C) flash D) regional
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