Question

Why is coelenterate also called cnidaria?

Answer 1

Coelenterates are known as cnidaria because:

1. Coelenterates have specialized cells known as cnidoblasts that bear stinging structures known as nematocysts.
2. These aid in the capture of prey by paralyzing them with a poison injection.
3. They are also known as cnidarians due to the presence of cnidoblasts.
4. The coelenterates are all aquatic animals, with the majority of them being marine animals.
5. They have a radially symmetrical, diploblastic body with no coelom.