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Which of the following is the reason for considering phylum Ctenophora as a minor phylum?
 

Option: 1

It has small sized animals
 


Option: 2

The animals of this phylum are economically unimportant
 


Option: 3

It is supposed to be a part of the phylum Cnidaria
 


Option: 4

There are only a few genera in this phyla


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Reproduction and Development in Ctenophora -

  • Ctenophores reproduce only through sexual means. Fertilization is external and the development occurs through 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.

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