Question
Biology Question on Kingdom Animalia
From the following statements select the wrong one
A
Millepedes have two pairs of appendages in each segment of the body
B
Prawn has two pairs of antennae
C
Animals belonging to phylum-Porifera are exclusively marine
D
Nematocysts are characteristic of the phylum - Cnidaria
Answer
Animals belonging to phylum-Porifera are exclusively marine
Explanation
Solution
Animals belonging to the phylum Porifera, which includes sponges, can be found in both marine and freshwater environments. So, they are not exclusively marine; some species inhabit freshwater habitats.
So, the correct option is (C): Animals belonging to phylum-Porifera are exclusively marine