The cnidoblasts used during looping movement of Hydra are:

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The cnidoblasts used during looping movement of Hydra are: (A) stenoteles (B) volvents (C) desmonemes (D) atrichous isorrhiza

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In looping movement the body first extends and then bends over. Due to this tentacles attach to the substratum with the help of adhesive glutinant nematocysts. This movement is similar to the looping movement of a caterpillar or leech.

Q. The cnidoblasts used during looping movement of Hydra are:

stenoteles

volvents

desmonemes

atrichous isorrhiza

In looping movement the body first extends and then bends over. Due to this tentacles attach to the substratum with the help of adhesive glutinant nematocysts. This movement is similar to the looping movement of a caterpillar or leech.