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Radial symmetry is usually, echibited in animals which

A

are attached to the substratum

B

Have one opening of alimentary canal

C

Live in water

D

Have ciliary mode of feeding

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### Step-by-Step Solution 1. **Understanding Radial Symmetry**: Radial symmetry refers to the arrangement of body parts around a central axis. Animals with radial symmetry can be divided into similar halves by multiple planes passing through the central axis. 2. **Identifying Characteristics of Radially Symmetrical Animals**: - Radially symmetrical animals are often sessile, meaning they are attached to a substrate and do not move freely. - Many of these animals have a simple body plan and may have a single opening to their digestive system. 3. **Evaluating the Options**: - **Option A: Are attached to the substratum**: This is true for most radially symmetrical animals, as they are typically sessile. - **Option B: Have one opening of alimentary canal**: While some radially symmetrical organisms may have a single opening, many, like adult echinoderms, have a complete digestive system. Therefore, this option is not universally applicable. - **Option C: Live in water**: Both radially symmetrical and bilaterally symmetrical animals can live in water, making this option too broad to be definitive. - **Option D: Have ciliary mode of feeding**: Ciliary feeding is more common in certain higher invertebrates, which are often bilaterally symmetrical, thus this option is also incorrect. 4. **Conclusion**: After evaluating all the options, the most accurate statement regarding radially symmetrical animals is that they are typically attached to a substratum. Therefore, the correct answer is **Option A**.

### Step-by-Step Solution 1. **Understanding Radial Symmetry**: Radial symmetry refers to the arrangement of body parts around a central axis. Animals with radial symmetry can be divided into similar halves by multiple planes passing through the central axis. 2. **Identifying Characteristics of Radially Symmetrical Animals**: - Radially symmetrical animals are often sessile, meaning they are attached to a substrate and do not move freely. - Many of these animals have a simple body plan and may have a single opening to their digestive system. ...
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