The phenomenon of polymorphism (presence of two distinct forms- polyp and medusa) is shown by the phylum
A
Porifera
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B
Cnidaria
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C
Nemotoda
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D
Mollusca
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E
Echinodermata
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Solution
The correct option is B Cnidaria The presence of different type of individuals in a colony to perform specific functions is referred to as polymorphism. Cnidarians exhibit two distinct life forms namely polyp and medusa. A polyp is the sessile stage of the life cycle of certain cnidarians while medusa is their free swimming umbrella like a stage. Thus, the correct answer is B.