What are Gastrotricha?
Q: What are Gastrotricha?
A: Gastrotricha is a phylum of microscopic animals commonly known as hairy backs that live in both fresh water and marine environments.
Q: What is the size range of Gastrotricha?
A: The size of Gastrotricha ranges from 0.06-3.0 mm.
Q: Where can marine species of Gastrotricha be found?
A: Marine species of Gastrotricha can be found mostly in between sediment particles.
Q: Where do terrestrial species of Gastrotricha live?
A: Terrestrial species of Gastrotricha live in the water films around grains of soil.
Q: How many species of Gastrotricha have been described?
A: About 700 species of Gastrotricha have been described.
Q: Do Gastrotricha have a fixed cell number?
A: Yes, adults of Gastrotricha have a fixed cell number.
Q: What environments can Gastrotricha be found in?
A: Gastrotricha can be found in both fresh water and marine environments.
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