Inner layers of the sponges are made up of__________?

Correct answer: C. Choanoytes

  • A. Pinacocytes
  • B. Choanoderm
  • C. Choanoytes
  • D. Pinacoderm

Explanation

The inner lining of a sponge is the choanoderm, and it is made of flagellated collar cells called choanocytes that create water currents and trap food. Students may choose b because choanoderm is the name of the layer, but the question asks for the cells forming it.

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