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Which of the following animals are capable of showing bioluminescence?

Option: 1

Pleurobrachia

 


Option: 2

Hydra


Option: 3

Leucosolenia


Option: 4

Clionia


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Reproduction and Development in Ctenophora -

  • Ctenophores reproduce only through sexual means. Fertilization is external and the development occurs through the larval stage, hence it is indirect. 

Statocyst:

  • Statocyst is the main component of the sensory organ present at the opposite end of the mouth. It senses balance.
     

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Ctenophora is a small phylum with 90 known species. The animals of this phylum are commonly called comb-jellies or sea-walnuts. The activity of bioluminescence in Ctenophora is due to the presence of photocytes that are the cells involved in bioluminescence.

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