Question

Given are types of cells present in some animals. Each one is specialized to perform a single specific function except.

• A. Choanocytes
• B. Interstitial cells
• C. Gastrodermal cells
• D. Nematocytes

Answer 1

The correct option is A Choanocytes

Interstitial cells are the totipotent cells in the body of cnidarians that are capable of providing rise to distinct tasks to any type of specialized cells. Filtering nutrients in sponges is correlated with choanocytes or collar cells. Gastrodermal or cnidocytic cells are used in cnidarians for attachment and defense. The nematocyst is capsules which are the cnidarians ' specialized bodies. To act as a paralyzing sting and to be used in protection.