Classes within Coelenterata
Asked by Neeta K · 2 years ago
Which are the main classes within the phylum Coelenterata and how do they differ?
1 Answer
The phylum Coelenterata is divided into three main classes: Hydrozoa, Scyphozoa, and Anthozoa. Hydrozoans typically have both polyp and medusa stages, Scyphozoans are mostly medusae, and Anthozoans exist only as polyps. Examples include Hydra (Hydrozoa), jellyfish (Scyphozoa), and corals (Anthozoa).
NEET Faculty · 2 years ago
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