Question : “There are holes, or ‘pores’, all over the body. They are commonly called sponges and are mainly found in marine habitats.” The above statement signifies which of the following phyla?

Option 1: Porifera

Option 2: Ctenophora

Option 3: Platyhelminthes

Option 4: Annelida


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Correct Answer: Porifera


Solution : The correct answer is Porifera .

The first and most primitive group of multicellular organisms, known as poriferans, or pore-bearing animals, are included in the phylum Porifera (porous-pore; ferre-to-bear). Aquatic animals are exclusively classified under the phylum Porifera. They are multicellular, primordial creatures that go by the name "sponges".

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