Earthworms have " setae", which are small hair-like bristles, though they are not composed of the same material as human hair. The setae help the earthworm to anchor itself while feeding or mating. It is also found in the wings/exoskeletons of insects. What biological matter forms these structures?
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chitin
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chitin - structural polysaccharide
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Setae in earthworm are mainly composed of chitin. They are the hair like structures present in the body help them in sliding. They also help them to stick to the surface while moving in upward direction.
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They help the earthworm to make movement. This also helps in resistance against pulling it above the ground.
In most of the insect the setae is present in the legs or limbs but in the case of earthworm it is present in the whole body.
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