Question

    Which phylum does the genus 'Fasciola', known as liver flukes, belong to?

    A Annelida Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Arthropoda Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Mollusca Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Platyhelminthes Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The genus 'Fasciola', commonly known as liver flukes, belongs to the phylum Platyhelminthes. These flatworms are parasitic in nature, affecting the livers of various mammals, including humans. Their lifecycle and parasitic nature make them subjects of study in parasitology and veterinary medicine.

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