Phylum Ctenophora Flashcards
1
Q
Characteristics of Ctenophora?
A
- Has combs.
- doesn’t sting
- moves with cilia
- has bi-radial symmetry
- Diploblastic and monoecious
2
Q
Reproduction of of Ctenophora
A
Sexual
3
Q
Anatomy of Ctenophora? (there is 4)
A
Collenchymes: Supporting tissue
Comb Plates: Ciliary appendages
Tentacles: Used to capture prey
Colloblast: Very sticky adhesive cells
4
Q
What is Acoela?
Where is it found?
Digestive?
Reproduction?
Symmetry?
Monoecious?
A
- Found in marine or brackish water.
- Usually found in the sediments.
- Associated with an organism.
- Does not have a complete digestive system.
- Sexual reproduction.
- Monoecious
- Bilateral symmetry
