NEET BIOLOGY

BIOLOGICAL CLASSIFICATION

KINGDOM ANIMALS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What type of symmetry do cnidarians demonstrate?
A
Bilateral symmetry
B
Radial symmetry
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The bilateral symmetry of Cnidaria is thought to be inherited from the common ancestors of both cnidarians and triploblastic bilaterians. The secondary radial symmetry of Cnidaria evidently is a result of the adaptation to the sessile mode of life.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cnidarians have radial symmetry. Echinoderms are bilateral animals that have a 5-part radial symmetry as adults.

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