What does chordate mean?
A chordate is an animal that belongs to the phylum Chordata, characterized by the presence of a notochord, a dorsal nerve cord, and a post-anal tail at some stage in its development. This phylum includes vertebrates and some invertebrates.
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"The chordate phylum is a diverse group of animals that includes humans, fish, and some types of worms."
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