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On the basis of the position of the notochord, classify the different prochordates. Justify your answer. -

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On the basis of the position of the notochord, classify the different prochordates. Justify your answer.

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Subphyla of prochordates Position of notochord
Cephalochordata

The notochord is present only in the tail region of the free-living larva.

e.g. Ascidian

Urochordata

The notochord extends throughout the entire length of the body.

e.g. Amphioxus

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