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External parts
Earthworm parts
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cuticle | Keeps the worm from drying out |
| Dorsal | Top part |
| Ventral | Bottom Part |
| Clitellum | Makes mucus that dries up to form a cocoon |
| Prostomium | Covers the mouth of the worm |
| Mouth | Opening at the end allowing the intake of food consisting of particles of both living an dead substances |
| Setae | Bristle like structures that help the worm move |
| Sperm Duct | Openings in which sperm can pass through |
| Sperm Groove | Sperm moves along here from sperm duct to another worm |
| Oviduct | Tube through which eggs pass |
| Anus | Where excrement (poop) comes out |