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What is the primary mode of water transport in sponges?
Flow through canals
What is the main function of the choanocytes in sponges?
Respiratory exchange with the environment
How do sponges reproduce asexually?
Through budding and formation of new individuals
What is the role of spicules in sponges?
Supporting the sponge's body
What is the nature of fertilization in sponges?
Internal fertilization followed by release of embryos
Test your knowledge of the characteristics and biology of sponges, also known as Phylum Porifera, which are primitive multicellular animals with a cellular level of organization. Learn about their water transport system, asymmetrical body structure, and marine habitat.
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