Which of the following phylum are known as pore bearers?

Moullsca

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Porifera

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Echinodermata

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B Porifera
Porifera are known as pore bearers because they have tiny sized pores all over their bodies.
Molluscs have smooth skins whereas Echinodermata have spiny skins.
These two phylums do not have any pores on their bodies.
Hence the correct answer is 'Porifera'.

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