Which of the following organisms shows true regeneration?
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Correct answer: Planaria
NCERT specifically highlights Planaria (flatworms) as exhibiting true regeneration, where even a small fragment can regenerate into a complete new organism. While Hydra shows budding and Starfish shows arm regeneration, Planaria is the textbook example of true whole-body regeneration.
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