Compare and contrast the body structures of roundworms and flatworms

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Compare and contrast the body structures of roundworms and flatworms.

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Compare and contrast the body structures of roundworms and flatworms.

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Roundworms, or nematodes, are cylindrical in shape and very slender. They have a long and smooth body, with a tough cuticle that is flexible and resists drying. The internal organs of a roundworm consist of a continuous tube called the alimentary canal, and various additional branches that provide digestive, respiratory, and circulatory functions. Roundworms also possess a pair of b

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