[Campbell Biology P.758] Based on the provided text, which of the following statements accur... | Practice Question

Based on the provided text, which of the following statements accurately distinguishes millipedes from centipedes?

  • A: Millipedes are carnivores, while centipedes primarily eat decaying plant matter.
  • B: Centipedes have two pairs of legs per trunk segment, whereas millipedes have one pair.
  • C: Centipedes possess poison claws for defense, which millipedes lack.
  • D: Millipedes are strictly terrestrial, while centipedes are primarily aquatic.

Explanation

The text explicitly states: 'Unlike millipedes, centipedes are carnivores. ...Centipedes have poison claws on their foremost trunk segment that paralyze prey and aid in defense.' Millipedes eat decaying leaves and plant matter and are not mentioned to have poison claws. Millipedes have two pairs of legs per trunk segment, and centipedes have one pair.