Animal Kingdom Question 21
Question: Match column-I with column-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below.
Column-I | Column-II |
---|---|
A. Protozoa | I. Pennatula |
B. Aschelminthes | II. Beroe |
C. Porifera | III. Monocystis |
D. Ctenophora | IV. Wuchereria |
E. Cnidaria | V. Cliona |
Options:
A) A-III B-V C-IV D-I E-II
B) A-IV B-III C-V D-II E-I
C) A-III B-IV C-V D-II E-I
D) A-II B-IV C-V D-III E-I
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
A. Protozoa (III. Monocystis): Protozoa are single-celled organisms. Monocystis is a genus of protozoan parasites that infect earthworms.
B. Aschelminthes (IV. Wuchereria): Aschelminthes, also known as nematodes, are a group of invertebrate animals. Wuchereria is a genus of parasitic filarial nematodes that cause lymphatic filariasis.
C. Porifera (V. Cliona): Porifera are multicellular organisms better known as sponges. Cliona is a genus of demosponges that often acts as an excavating sponge on coral reefs.
D. Ctenophora (II. Beroe): Ctenophora, also known as comb jellies, are a phylum of invertebrate animals that live in marine waters worldwide. Beroe is a genus of comb jellies which is known for its unique oblong shape.
E. Cnidaria (I. Pennatula): Cnidaria is a phylum containing over 11,000 species of animals found exclusively in aquatic environments. Pennatula, also known as sea pens, are a genus of cnidarians