Question

What are solenocytes?

Answer 1

Solenocytes:

1. Solenocytes are excretory organs found in Platyhelminthes.
2. They are also called flame cells.
3. Solenocytes are flagellated cells.
4. Solenocytes help in osmoregulation and excretion.
5. Osmoregulation is the process of maintaining the osmotic pressure of bodily fluids in an organism.
6. They help in excretion of nitrogenous wastes.