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External parts
Earthworm parts
Term | Definition |
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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 |