Bipalium Genus Quiz
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Bipalium Genus Quiz

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Which region of the land planarian helps it to creep over the substrate?

  • Tail region
  • Dorsal region
  • Head region
  • Ventral region (correct)

    • What is the etymology of the name 'Bipalium'?

  • It is a made-up word with no specific meaning
  • It comes from the Greek word for 'hammerhead'
  • It is derived from the name of a famous scientist
  • It comes from Latin bi-, 'two' + pala, 'shovel' or 'spade' (correct)

    • Who initially defined the genus Bipalium?

  • The text does not say
  • A famous scientist
  • Ludwig von Graff
  • Stimpson (correct)

    • How many genera did Ludwig von Graff divide Bipalium into?

    <p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are some species of Bipalium invasive?

    <p>United States, Canada, and Europe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of the land planarian is highly ciliated and helps it to move over the substrate?

    <p>Ventral side</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common name given to the genus Bipalium?

    <p>Broadhead planarians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are several species of Bipalium considered invasive?

    <p>United States, Canada, and Europe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the name Bipalium mean in Latin?

    <p>Shovel-shaped</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Ludwig von Graff divide the genus Bipalium?

    <p>Into three genera</p> Signup and view all the answers

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