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Scyphozoan medusa is commonly known as (...

Scyphozoan medusa is commonly known as
(a) Sea Pen
(b) Jelly Fish
(c) Obelia
(d) Sea Urchin

A

Sea Pen

B

Jelly Fish

C

Obelia

D

Sea Urchin.

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To solve the question "Scyphozoan medusa is commonly known as," we will analyze the options provided and identify the correct one based on our knowledge of marine organisms. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Scyphozoan Medusa**: - Scyphozoans are a class of marine animals within the phylum Cnidaria. They are commonly referred to as jellyfish. The medusa form is the dominant stage in their life cycle. 2. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option (a) Sea Pen**: Sea pens are a type of colonial cnidarian but are not classified as scyphozoans. They are part of the order Pennatulacea. - **Option (b) Jelly Fish**: This is the common name for scyphozoans. They are characterized by their gelatinous bodies and umbrella-shaped bells. - **Option (c) Obelia**: Obelia is a genus of colonial hydrozoans, not scyphozoans. - **Option (d) Sea Urchin**: Sea urchins are echinoderms and are not related to jellyfish or scyphozoans. 3. **Identifying the Correct Answer**: - Based on the definitions and classifications, the correct answer is **(b) Jelly Fish**. Scyphozoan medusa is indeed commonly known as jellyfish. 4. **Conclusion**: - The common name of Scyphozoan medusa is jellyfish, making option (b) the correct choice. ### Final Answer: (b) Jelly Fish
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