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Larval form found in sponge is

A
Planula
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Parenchymula
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Cysticercus
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D
Glochidium
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Solution

The correct option is B Parenchymula
Parenchymula is a sponge larva, which appears as a solid ball with exterior flagellated cells. It is a free-swimming larval stage. It is found in some Calcarea and many Demospongiae. Hence, option B is correct.

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