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not really...,but their able to float. Yes they're able to float but technically technically that isn't "swimming"
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Are sponges arthropods?
Actually, a sea anemone is none of these. Sponges are sessile creatures, arthropods have exoskeletons, and fish swim. Sea anemones are a type of cnidarian. They often reproduce by releasing polyps. They are related to corals and jellyfish.
Where do sponges lay there eggs?
yes. The tiny eggs measure no mores thaw a thousand to an inch. When they hatch they leave home and swim off into the water. Many of these little larvae ‑sponges are swallowed by fishes.
What is the cavity called in sponges?
Baby sponges are simply referred to as larva. At the larva stage, they swim around in the water, but full grown sponges attach themselves to reefs and don't swim or move around.
What zone of the ocean do sea sponges live in?
The ocean zone is the deep, or open ocean zone, where they swim amongst the coral and red water ;D
Are sponges motile?
An adult sponge is anchored to the sea floor and doesn't move around but it does have cillia that cause water current to flow through the body of the sponge. Larval sponges will swim using their cillia.
How is it possible for a population of sponges which are sessile animals to disperse?
Because sponges are one of the most simplex creatures on the planet, they weren't expected to be able to move. However, it has been discovered that for most species of sponge, they have a larval stage of about 24 hours in which they can swim. It is during this time that they spread out.
How is it possible for population of sponges which are sessile animals to disperse?
Because sponges are one of the most simplex creatures on the planet, they weren't expected to be able to move. However, it has been discovered that for most species of sponge, they have a larval stage of about 24 hours in which they can swim. It is during this time that they spread out.
Are sea sponges decomposers?
No, sea sponges are not decomposers. Sponges are filter feeders.
Do sponges have unicellular in them?
no sponges are not unicellular.
Are sponges parasitic?
No, sponges are not parasitic.
Do sponges have bone?
no sponges do not have bones
What kind of symmetry do sponges exhibit?
Sponges are asymmetrical, although a few species have nearly radial symmetry.
