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Biology Question on Kingdom Animalia

In case of poriferans, the spongocoel is lined with flagellated cells called:

A

oscula

B

choanocytes

C

mesenchymal cells

D

ostia

Answer

choanocytes

Explanation

Solution

Choanocytes (collar cells) form lining of spongocoel in poriferans (sponges). Flagella in collar cells provide circulation to water in water canal system.