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Jellyfish are an example of which type of phylum? |
Phylum -Protozoa Phylum -Ctenophora Phylum -Porifera Phylum - Cnidaria |
Phylum - Cnidaria |
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.
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