Animal Kingdom Question 687

Question: Body cavity of Hydra is called

[CPMT 1989, 91; JIPMER 1998]

Options:

A) Enterocoel

B) Coelenteron

C) Gastrovascular cavity

D) Both (b) and (c)

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Coelenterates like Hydra have a large and simple body cavity which is called as coelenteron. It is also referred to as the gastrovascular cavity.

The mouth opens in this cavity. The cavity is in continuation with the hollow tentacles.

The gastro vascular cavity performs the function of both digestion as well as circulation.

Thus, the correct answer is option D.