Question

Which of the following is not the function of cnidoblasts? (1)Digestion of food (2)Anchorage (3)Defense (4)Capture of prey

Answer 1

Answer:

Digestion of food because cnidoblasts are specialized cell structures

Answer 2

Cnidoblasts show all the functions except digestion of food. (option 1)

• Cnidoblasts are oval-shaped cells that show their presence on the tentacles and body of the Cnidaria phylum.
• It consists of a nucleus and a stinging capsule called "nematocyst".
• This capsule contains a poisonous fluid called "hypnotoxin" which is injected with the help of a threaded tube.
• This thread tube acts like a piercing needle.
• It provides anchorage while moving from one place to another.
• The main function is capturing prey.
• And the last is that it is used for defense purposes.
• Though it indirectly helps in digestion but does not play any direct role in digestion.
• Thus option 1 is correct.

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