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In Case of poriferans, the spongocoel is...

In Case of poriferans, the spongocoel is lined with flagellated cells called

A

Ostia

B

Oscula

C

Choanocytes

D

Mesenchymal cells

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C
Choanocytes (collar cells) form lining of spongocoel in poriferans (sponges). Flagella in collar cells provide circulation to water in water canal system.
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