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  1. Q1. Which of the following cell types is unique to sponges and lines the spongocoel and canals?
  2. Q2. The presence of stinging capsules called nematocysts is a characteristic feature of which phylum?
  3. Q3. Which of the following shows the phenomenon of metagenesis?
  4. Q4. Comb jellies belong to which phylum and are characterized by how many rows of ciliated comb plates?
  5. Q5. The property of a living organism to emit light is called bioluminescence. This is well-marked in which phylum?
  6. Q6. Specialized cells called flame cells help in osmoregulation and excretion in which group of animals?
  7. Q7. Aschelminthes are also known as roundworms because:
  8. Q8. Metameric segmentation is most distinctly visible in which of the following?
  9. Q9. Parapodia are lateral appendages used for swimming found in which annelid?
  10. Q10. Which of the following is the largest phylum of Animalia which includes insects?
  11. Q11. The respiratory organs in Arthropods vary. Which of the following is NOT a respiratory organ in this phylum?
  12. Q12. Excretion in most insects like the cockroach takes place through:
  13. Q13. The second largest animal phylum is:
  14. Q14. A file-like rasping organ for feeding called radula is found in which phylum?
  15. Q15. The most distinctive feature of echinoderms is the presence of a:
  16. Q16. Adult echinoderms show _______ symmetry, while their larvae show _______ symmetry.
  17. Q17. Which of the following is a worm-like marine animal with a proboscis, collar, and trunk?
  18. Q18. Statocysts are found in some arthropods to help with:
  19. Q19. In which phylum is the body covered by a calcareous shell and unsegmented with a distinct head, muscular foot, and visceral hump?
  20. Q20. The 'Pearl oyster' belongs to which genus?