rotifers Flashcards
1
Q
coelomate type?
A
pseudocoelomates
2
Q
where are they found?
A
freshwater mostly
3
Q
digestion type
A
complete DS, use hydrostatic pressure to support body
4
Q
how do they eat
A
corona to sweep food (wheel like)
5
Q
how do they move
A
the corona and “toes” to adhere to things
6
Q
how do they reproduce
A
Many rotifers reproduce through parthenogenesis, a process where females produce offspring from unfertilized eggs. but can switch to sexual as needed ?!!!
