Which Cells in a Sponge Are Primarily Responsible for Trapping

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which cells in a sponge are primarily responsible for trapping and removing food particles from circulating water?

• A)choanocytes
• B)mesoglea cells
• C)pore cells (porocytes)
• D)epidermal cells

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Definitions:

Thermus Aquaticus

A bacterium found in hot springs, known for its heat-tolerant enzyme used in PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) technology.

Pathogenic

Pertaining to an organism or substance that causes disease.

Vibrio Cholerae

The bacterium that causes cholera, a severe diarrheal illness, through the production of a toxin that affects the absorption of water in the small intestine.

Lactobacillus

A genus of bacteria that is part of the lactic acid bacteria group, often found in yogurt and other fermented foods, beneficial for gut health.