Coelomate
Coelomate (pronunciation: /ˈsiːləˌmeɪt/) is a term used in Biology to describe animals that possess a true coelom. A coelom is a fluid-filled body cavity that is completely lined by mesoderm tissue.
Etymology
The term "Coelomate" is derived from the Greek word "koilos," which means hollow or cavity.
Characteristics
Coelomates are characterized by the presence of a coelom, which is a body cavity that is completely lined by Mesoderm. This cavity is located between the body wall and the digestive tract. It provides space for the internal organs and allows them to move independently of the body wall.
Examples
Examples of coelomates include all Vertebrates, such as humans and fish, as well as many Invertebrates, such as earthworms and snails.
Comparison with other groups
Coelomates are distinct from Acoelomates, which lack a body cavity, and Pseudocoelomates, which have a body cavity that is not completely lined by mesoderm.
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