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10 grade science

Determinate cleavage is found inA. CoelenteratesB. AnnelidsC. NematodesD. All the above

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Determinate cleavage is a characteristic feature of certain animal groups where the fate of each embryonic cell is determined early on in development and typically leads to distinct developmental pathways for each cell. Among the options provided:

A. Coelenterates (such as jellyfish and corals)
B. Annelids (segmented worms like earthworms)
C. Nematodes (roundworms)

All of these animal groups exhibit determinate cleavage. Therefore, the correct answer is:

D. All of the above