[Campbell Biology P.757] According to the provided text, which of the following statements a... | Practice Question

According to the provided text, which of the following statements about Chelicerates or Arachnids is correct?

  • A: Chelicerates are characterized by the presence of antennae.
  • B: All modern chelicerates are exclusively terrestrial.
  • C: Arachnids typically have six pairs of appendages.
  • D: Eurypterids are a diverse group of modern marine chelicerates.

Explanation

The text explicitly states: 'Arachnids have six pairs of appendages: the chelicerae; a pair of appendages called pedipalps... and four pairs of walking legs.' This sums up to six pairs 1+1+4 = 6 . Other options contradict the information given in the text.