Statement 1: Typhlosole increases the effective area of absorption in the intestine.
Statement 2: Typhlosole, present in the intestine, is the characteristic feature of cockroach.

Correct Answer : D.

Typhlosole is the characteristic feature of earthworm. It can be defined as an extra flap of tissue or an infolding along the inner wall of the intestine. The typhlosole in earthworms increases the surface area of the intestine for efficient secretion and absorption during digestion.