A characteristic feature, which is present only in the phylum Coelenterata, is
Question and options
A characteristic feature, which is present only in the phylum Coelenterata, is
- Nematocytes
- Flame cells
- Hermaphroditism
- Polymorphism
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - Nematocytes
Cnidoblasts/nematocytes (stinging cells) are unique to Coelenterata (Cnidaria). Polymorphism and hermaphroditism occur in other groups too, and flame cells are in flatworms.
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