Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Jellyfish are an example of which type of phylum?

Options:

Phylum -Protozoa

Phylum -Ctenophora

Phylum -Porifera

Phylum - Cnidaria

Correct Answer:

Phylum - Cnidaria

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) -Phylum - Cnidaria

Jellyfish are an example of the phylum: Cnidaria

Cnidaria is the phylum to which jellyfish belong. This phylum includes a diverse group of animals such as jellyfish, sea anemones, corals, and hydras. Cnidarians are characterized by the presence of specialized stinging cells called cnidocytes, which they use for capturing prey and defense. They typically have radial symmetry and a simple body plan consisting of tentacles surrounding a central mouth.