Some Mollusks Feed on Cnidarians,absorb Intact Cnidocytes,and Migrate These Cnidocytes

question 80

Multiple Choice

Some mollusks feed on cnidarians,absorb intact cnidocytes,and migrate these cnidocytes into their body surface.What possible benefit could the mollusk derive from this behavior?

• A) By disguising themselves as cnidarians, they can better approach their prey.
• B) Because some cnidarians use cnidocytes for protection, their defensive functions could be transferred intact to the mollusk.
• C) Mollusks with cnidocytes may increase their reproductive fitness by appearing more attractive to potential mates.
• D) Cnidocyte toxin may incapacitate cnidarian prey species, allowing for quicker consumption and more efficient food gathering.

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