Why was the evolution of a coelom a critically important innovation for animals?

a) The coelom can act as a hydrostatic skeleton.

b) The coelom gives rise to a complex nervous system.

c) The coelom made it possible for animals to colonize land.

d) The coelom separates vertebrates from invertebrates.

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Raven Serrano

12 July, 08:42

Why was the evolution of a coelom a critically important innovation for animals?

a) The coelom can act as a hydrostatic skeleton.

b) The coelom gives rise to a complex nervous system.

c) The coelom made it possible for animals to colonize land.

d) The coelom separates vertebrates from invertebrates.

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Maya Shaw · Answer 1

Why was the evolution of a coelom a critically important innovation for animals?

The correct answer i option A.

a) The coelom can act as a hydrostatic skeleton

Coelom is a hollow, fluid-filled cavity found in many living organisms. This coelom acts as a protective cushion for their internal organs. This is partially lined with mesoderm.

Why was the evolution of a coelom a critically important innovation for animals?a) The coelom can act as a hydrostatic skeleton.b) The coelom gives rise to a complex nervous system.c) The coelom made it possible for animals to colonize land.d) The coelom separates vertebrates from invertebrates.