Question

Why do Porifera is called Porifera?

Answer 1

organisms belonging to phylum porifera are the organisms with a low degree of individuality and cellular organism .they bear plant like and their body bear several pores ,hence they called porifera.

Answer 2

Answer:

Porifera :-

1. Holes are present throughout the body which leads to canal like circulatory system.
2. They are attached to a rigid support and are hence non-motile.
3. They are covered by a hard outside layer or skeleton.
4. Minimal differentiation into tissues.
5. They are generally called sponges are mostly found in marine habitats
6. Ex. Sycon , Spongilla

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