Simple process of diffusion is sufficient for excretion in:
Correct answer: C. Hydra
- A. Earthworm
- B. Planaria
- C. Hydra
- D. Cockroach
Explanation
The correct answer is Hydra. Hydra is a simple multicellular organism that lacks specialized organs for excretion. It relies on the process of diffusion to eliminate waste products directly through its body surface. This is sufficient due to its simple body structure and the aquatic environment it lives in.Earthworms, Planaria, and Cockroaches, on the other hand, have more complex bodies and require specialized structures for excretion. Earthworms use nephridia, Planaria use protonephridia, and Cockroaches rely on Malpighian tubules, all of which are more complex systems than simple diffusion.
Report an error
The more specific you are, the faster it gets fixed. A source beats an opinion.
Prefer email? [email protected]
About Homeostasis
Homeostasis maintains a stable internal environment through the kidney and urinary system, thermoregulation and excretion. The kidney topics include filtration, selective reabsorption, urine formation and water balance, while thermoregulation involves sweating, vasodilation, vasoconstriction and hormonal control; excretion is different from egestion, which removes undigested food.
Practise Homeostasis
698 free Homeostasis MCQs from Biology, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.
Discussion
Stuck on an option, or know a faster way to get there? Ask or explain it here.
No comments yet. Be the first to explain this one.
Exams that ask Biology questions like this
Biology is on 8 papers prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for every one of them.