Marine Invertebrates Overview

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What is a defining characteristic of marine invertebrates?

Largest animals in the ocean

Ability to live on land

Presence of a backbone

Absence of a backbone (correct)

Where can sponges be found?

In rivers and lakes

On land in forests

Flying in the air

On the seafloor and atop rocks (correct)

Why are sponges known for their porous texture?

To work as a filter (correct)

To camouflage from predators

To float on the water surface

To attract prey

What is a reason for sponges' ability to survive in hostile conditions?

Capability to grow and thrive in harsh environments Signup and view all the answers

Why were sponges once used as household cleaning tools?

For their famous shape and texture Signup and view all the answers

Which process is used by some sponges for reproduction?

Regeneration Signup and view all the answers

What is a unique characteristic of cnidarians?

They have a digestive chamber Signup and view all the answers

How do some cnidarians acquire food?

By filtering water through their pores Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of sizes for cnidarians?

They vary greatly, from millimeters to the width of a football field Signup and view all the answers

Which phylum includes jellyfish and coral?

Cnidaria Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

What is a defining characteristic of marine invertebrates?

Where can sponges be found?

Why are sponges known for their porous texture?

What is a reason for sponges' ability to survive in hostile conditions?

Why were sponges once used as household cleaning tools?

Which process is used by some sponges for reproduction?

What is a unique characteristic of cnidarians?

How do some cnidarians acquire food?

What is the range of sizes for cnidarians?

Which phylum includes jellyfish and coral?

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