Animal Kingdom Question 713

Question: Hydra cut into two pieces will result in [CPMT 1996]

Options:

A) Growth without mouth and basal disc

B) Growth of mouth and disc according to their position in the parent

C) Growth of mouth and disc at any end

D) No regeneration is possible

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

If hydra is cut into two parts across the body, basal disc is developed towards lower side and mouth, hypostome and tentacles, developed at upper side in each part whatever is required according.