Difference between pseudocoelom and true coelom
Coelom
1> coelom is a body cavity completely within the mesoderm.
2> Coelomic cavity is lined by coelomic epithelium, derived from the embryonic mesoderm.
3> It has a relation with the excretory and reproductive organs.
4> Coelomic fluid contains coelomocytes.
Pseudocoelom
1> A pseudocoelom is a cavity between the mesoderm and the endoderm.
2> It is lined by the endodermal epithelium, not lined by coelomic epithelium.
3> It has no relation with the excretory and reproductive organs.
4> Pseudocoelomic fluid contains pseudocoelomates.
Difference between pseudocoelom and true coelom
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