Sponges

Question 1

Sponges are classified what phylum?

Answer 1

Porifera

Question 2

Sponges can be found in?

Answer 2

saltwater and freshwater

Question 3

A sponge’s body is a hollow tube with a closed bottom and with many small openings called

Answer 3

pores

Question 4

Said pores have water flowing through them using the beating motion of the flagellum of

Answer 4

collar cells

Question 5

Note: Sponges are being tested to fight of viruses, fungi, and certain bacteria that can cause disease

Answer 5

Sponges are being tested to fight of viruses, fungi, and certain bacteria that can cause disease

Question 6

Sponges are known as sessiles

Answer 6

meaning they stay attached to the same place their whole life. They only move when washed away by strong currents/waves