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The largest nematocysts of Hydra are...

The largest nematocysts of Hydra are

A

Volvents

B

Penetrants

C

Atrichous isorhizas

D

Holotrichous isorhizas.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understand the Question**: The question asks about the largest type of nematocysts found in Hydra. Nematocysts are specialized cells that contain stinging structures, characteristic of organisms in the phylum Cnidaria. 2. **Identify Types of Nematocysts**: There are several types of nematocysts present in Hydra, including: - Penetrants - Volvents - Atrichous isorhizas - Holotrichous isorhizas 3. **Analyze the Characteristics**: Among these types, it is important to note their size and function: - **Penetrants**: These are typically the largest nematocysts and are used for penetrating prey. - **Volvents**: These are smaller and primarily used for capturing prey. - **Atrichous isorhizas** and **Holotrichous isorhizas**: These are also smaller compared to penetrants. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the characteristics and sizes of the nematocysts, it is clear that the largest nematocysts in Hydra are the **Penetrants**. 5. **Final Answer**: Therefore, the correct answer to the question is **Penetrants**. ---
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