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Nudibranchs, a type of predatory sea slug, can have various protuberances (that is, extensions) on their dorsal surfaces. Rhinophores are paired structures, located close to the head, which bear many chemoreceptors. Dorsal plumules, usually located posteriorly, perform respiratory gas exchange. Cerata usually cover much of the dorsal surface and contain nematocysts at their tips.
The claws on the foremost trunk segment of centipedes have a function most similar to that of ________.
A) rhinophores
B) dorsal plumules
C) cerata
D) chemoreceptors

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The function of the claws on the foremost trunk segment of centipedes is to capture and hold prey, which is similar to the function of cerata on the dorsal surface of nudibranchs, which contain nematocysts at their tips for capturing prey. Rhinophores and chemoreceptors are sensory structures, while dorsal plumules perform respiratory gas exchange, which is not related to the function of centipede claws.

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