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BIO 102 Test Compilation BIO 102 6 Objective Question

Question

Which of these animals does NOT have a digestive tract?
Options
A Sponges
Correct Answer
B Star fishes
C Cnidarians
D Platyhelminthes
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Sponges (Phylum Porifera) are primitive multicellular animals that filter food particles directly from water through their pores and choanocytes, lacking a true digestive tract or organs.

Hint

Consider the simplest multicellular animals in terms of body plan.

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