Give three major differences between chordates and non-chordates and draw a schematic sketch of a chordate showing those features.

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Chordates Non-chordates
$(1)$ Notochord is present in at least one stage of the life cycle. $(1)$ Notochord is absent.
$(2)$ Pharyngeal gill slits are present. $(2)$ Pharyngeal gill slits are absent.
$(3)$ Post-anal tail is present. $(3)$ Post-anal tail is absent.
$(4)$ Heart is ventrally located. $(4)$ Heart is dorsally located (if present).
$(5)$ Central nervous system is dorsally located and is hollow. $(5)$ Central nervous system is ventrally located and is solid.

The schematic sketch of a chordate showing these features is provided in the reference image.

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