The 'Parapodia' found in Polychaetes (e.g., Nereis) serve which two primary functions?
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Correct answer: Scolex and Proglottids
The scolex is the anterior attachment organ equipped with hooks or suckers. The rest of the body consists of a chain of reproductive units called proglottids.
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