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What is a defining characteristic of marine invertebrates?
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?
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?
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?
What is a reason for sponges' ability to survive in hostile conditions?
Why were sponges once used as household cleaning tools?
Why were sponges once used as household cleaning tools?
Which process is used by some sponges for reproduction?
Which process is used by some sponges for reproduction?
What is a unique characteristic of cnidarians?
What is a unique characteristic of cnidarians?
How do some cnidarians acquire food?
How do some cnidarians acquire food?
What is the range of sizes for cnidarians?
What is the range of sizes for cnidarians?
Which phylum includes jellyfish and coral?
Which phylum includes jellyfish and coral?
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