Study Guide for Campbell Biology
Study Guide for Campbell Biology
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ISBN: 9780134443775
Author: Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Jane B. Reece, Martha R. Taylor, Michael A. Pollock
Publisher: PEARSON
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To determine: The location and function of choanocytes.

Introduction: Choanocytes are present in sponges. They have flagella and fringe of protoplasm is present at the base of flagella. They are also known as “collar cells”. They make up a layer called choanoderm in sponges.

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Location: Choanocytes are usually flagellated. These flagellated choanocytes line the spongocoel. Spongocoel is the large cavity present in the center of sponges.

Function: The functions of choanocytes are as follows:

  • They create water current enabling the flow of water through the sponge.
  • They trap bacteria and engulf food particles by the process of phagocytosis.

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To determine: The location and function of amoebocytes.

Introduction: They are present in sponges and also in many other groups of invertebrates. They are capable of amoeboid movement due to presence of pseudopodia.

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Location: Amoebocytes are present in the mesohyl region. Mesohyl is the gelatinous layer that separates the two body layers of sponges.

Function: The functions of amoebocytes are as follows:

  • They move through the mesohyl and take up food materials from choanocytes and surrounding water medium.
  • Digest food material and carry the nutrients to other cells through their amoeboid movement.
  • They manufacture the tough skeletal fibres inside the mesohyl.

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