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Spicules provide structural support.
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Why would spongin and spicules discourage predators from eating sponges?
spongin and spicules are the sponges body support and defence
The skeletons of sponges are composed of?
spicules
What are the subgrops of sponges?
calcarea - have calcite spicules, often have calcite exoskeletons glass sponges - silica spicules, no exoskeleton demosponges - silica spicules, may have exoskeleton, made of aragonite if present
Do breadcrumb sponges have spicules?
Yes, breadcrumb sponges, belonging to the family Halichondriidae, do have spicules. These spicules are typically made of silica and serve as a structural element, providing support and protection to the sponge. However, unlike some other sponges, breadcrumb sponges may have a relatively low density of spicules, contributing to their softer, more pliable texture.
What type of animal has cells an osculum and spicules?
Sponges have collar cells, osculum, and spicules.
What type of animals has collar cells and osculum and spicules?
Sponges have collar cells, osculum, and spicules.
What kind of animals have collar cells an osculum an spicules?
Sponges have collar cells, osculum, and spicules.
What is the role of spicules sponges?
Spicules, like our skeleton, give the sponge structure. Without spicules, Sponge Bob would be Sponge Blob.
What are the sharp spines called in all sponges?
Spicules
What structures help protect sponges from predators?
Spicules
What is a calcisponge?
A calcisponge is any of a group of marine sponges containing calcareous spicules - spicules which resemble calcium carbonate.
What are the small skeletal projections called found in sponges?
Spicules
