Question

Select the incorrect with respect to Gemmule.

• A. Found in freshwater sponges
• B. External buds
• C. Small group of cells enclosed by a protective coat
• D. Germinate or come out in conditions favourable conditions to form a new colony.

Answer 1

The correct option is B External buds

Gemmules are present in freshwater sponges; however, they are internal buds, and not external buds. These structures are enclosed by a protective coat that would pop under favourable conditions to give rise to a new colony of sponges.