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Colloblast (adhesive) cells are the characteristic of

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Hydra
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Ctenoplana
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Obelia
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All of the above
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Solution

The correct option is B Ctenoplana
  • Tentacles are the organs that are used to catch prey. These are present at the opening of the gastrovascular cavity.
  • Colloblasts are a cell type found in ctenophores.
  • They are widespread in the tentacles of these animals and are used to capture prey.
  • These are found in all ctenophores except those of the order Beroida, as they lack tentacles.
So, the correct answer is option B.

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