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Yes, polyps typically live close to the surface of the water on the ocean floor or on rocks in coral reefs. They use their tentacles to capture food particles from passing water.

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Why does stomata close under strong sunlight?

Stomata close under strong sunlight to prevent excessive water loss through transpiration and to protect the plant from drying out. Closing the stomata reduces the amount of water vapor that can escape from the leaf surface, helping the plant conserve water.


How does polyp reproduce?

Polyps can reproduce either asexually through budding, where new polyps develop from the parent polyp, or sexually by releasing eggs and sperm into the water for fertilization. In sexual reproduction, polyps can produce larvae that will eventually settle and grow into new polyps.


Is it possible for a human to stand on water if the surface tension is just right?

No, it is not possible for a human to stand on water solely based on the surface tension. The surface tension of water is not strong enough to support the weight of a human standing. Additional factors such as buoyancy would also be required.


Why do water milfoil leaves only present near surface of water?

Varieties of water milfoil that have leaves only present near the surface of the water do so as an adaptation to available light. Only the top of a plant in murky water gets light, so it saves energy for the plant to not have too many leaves.


What is the free floating body form of cnidarians?

The free floating body form of cnidarians is called a medusa. Medusae have a bell-shaped body with tentacles hanging down, and they are often seen swimming in the water. Examples include jellyfish and hydromedusae.

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Why does stomata close under strong sunlight?

Stomata close under strong sunlight to prevent excessive water loss through transpiration and to protect the plant from drying out. Closing the stomata reduces the amount of water vapor that can escape from the leaf surface, helping the plant conserve water.


Can a question be a threat?

Yes. Something like this, perhaps: "Do you know what it feels like to be stuck under water, so close to the surface, you can reach it with your fingers?"


What are plant that lives under water?

Yes they can. There are many species of underwater plants. Seaweed or lily-pads for example. Both of them live mostly underwater, but can interact with the surface. Lily-pads do have flowers that break the surface for pollination. The pads are close to the surface for photosynthesis. Seaweed also tends to grow close to the surface, where there is more light.


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