Q. Pheretima and its close relatives derive nourishment from
A) Small pieces of fresh fallen leaves of maize, etc.
B) Sugarcane roots
C) Decaying fallen leaves and soil organic matter
D) Soil insects
Explanation
[Solution from source] Pheretima (earthworm) is a detritivore that feeds on decaying fallen leaves and organic matter mixed with soil. It does not eat fresh leaves, sugarcane roots or soil insects. Answer (3).
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