Which of the following excretory structures is characteristic of flatworms such as *Planar… — JAMB UTME

Which of the following excretory structures is characteristic of flatworms such as *Planaria*?

Flame cells are the characteristic excretory structures found in flatworms (Platyhelminthes).

Flame cells are cilia-bearing cells involved in excretion and osmoregulation specifically in flatworms like *Planaria*.

Identify the taxonomic group of the target organism.

*Planaria* is a free-living flatworm belonging to the phylum Platyhelminthes.

Excretory structures vary across invertebrate phyla.

Match the phylum to its specialized excretory organ.

Platyhelminthes use flame cells (protonephridia) to remove metabolic wastes and regulate water balance.

Flame cells feature beating cilia that draw fluid into excretory tubules for waste elimination.

Excretory structures in invertebrate phyla

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