In case of poriferans, the spongocoel is lined with flagellated cells called:

Question

In case of poriferans, the spongocoel is lined with flagellated cells called: (A) oscula (B) choanocytes (C) mesenchymal cells (D) ostia

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Choanocytes (collar cells) form lining of spongocoel in poriferans (sponges). Flagella in collar cells provide circulation to water in water canal system.

Q. In case of poriferans, the spongocoel is lined with flagellated cells called:

oscula

choanocytes

mesenchymal cells

ostia

Choanocytes (collar cells) form lining of spongocoel in poriferans (sponges). Flagella in collar cells provide circulation to water in water canal system.