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Describe the mutually beneficial relationships that exist between many sponges and certain phoyosynthetic organisms?
Many sponges form mutually beneficial relationships with photosynthetic organisms, such as cyanobacteria and microalgae. In these partnerships, sponges provide a stable habitat and nutrients, while the photosynthetic organisms produce oxygen and organic compounds through photosynthesis, which the sponge can utilize for energy. This symbiotic arrangement enhances the sponge's growth and reproductive success while helping the photosynthetic organisms thrive in a nutrient-rich environment. Together, they contribute to the overall health and productivity of their marine ecosystems.
What group are sponges divided into?
Sponges are animals of the phylum Porifera
What group within the kingdom protists gave rise to sponges?
Sponges are believed to have evolved from a group of protists known as choanoflagellates. These unicellular organisms possess a flagellum surrounded by a collar of microvilli, which helps in feeding and is similar to the feeding cells in sponges. Molecular and genetic evidence supports the close evolutionary relationship between choanoflagellates and the earliest sponges, marking a significant transition from single-celled to multicellular life forms.
Are kitchen sponges made up of the real marine sponges?
No, kitchen sponges nowadays are usually made from cellulose or synthetic plastics. Real marine sponges were used by early Europeans to also clean, but it was stopped due to overfishing that almost brought the sponges to extinction.
Do barrel sponges migrate?
No, barrel sponges do not migrate. They are sessile organisms, meaning they are permanently attached to a surface and do not move from one place to another. Barrel sponges rely on water currents to bring them food and oxygen.
What is the difference between sponges and sea anemone central cavity?
sponges have central cavity and sea anemone have gastravascular cavity
What is the difference between soft sponges and hard sponges?
Soft sponges, often made from natural materials like cellulose or synthetic fibers, are flexible and absorbent, making them ideal for gentle cleaning tasks. Hard sponges, on the other hand, typically have a coarser texture and are designed for tougher scrubbing and abrasive tasks. The primary difference lies in their intended use; soft sponges are used for delicate surfaces, while hard sponges are better suited for removing stubborn stains and grime.
What is the difference between a loofah sponge and a natural sea sponge?
Loofa sponges are a product taken from a squash and are not a "real" sponge.
What are the difference between saltwater and freshwater sponges?
umm the salt water is used to ahving salt in its natural habitat and the fresh water is not
What is the difference between a hard prickly sponge and a soft sponge?
a sponge is an invertabrate it has no back bone some sponges have holes in the body so they can breath and capture food. sponges skin is made out of soft spongey tissue.
How can you protect sponges in the ocean?
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Why are sponges not plants?
Because they don't perform photosynthesis, they are actually tiny animals!
Sponges belong to the phylum Porifera What does this word mean and how does it describe the anatomy of a sponge?
porifera translates to "pore bearer" it describes the anatomy because sponges are porous
How much deeper would the ocean be with no sponges?
It would make no difference
If I have 14 sponges and there are s boxes write an equation that shows how many packages I have.?
It is not possible to answer the question because there is no relation between the sponges and boxes, the sponges and packages and boxes and packages.
What temperature are sea sponges at?
The optimum natural living temperature for sponges range between 8 degree to 18 degree celcius.
What is the difference between a sponge and a rock?
A sponge is a porous aquatic animal that can absorb and filter water, while a rock is a solid mineral material formed naturally. Sponges are living organisms, while rocks are inanimate objects. Additionally, sponges have a soft and flexible texture, while rocks are hard and rigid.
