Asked by Vinnie Bakerian on Jul 11, 2024
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Which of the following are sluggish creatures that live on the sea bottom, and commonly eject organs when conditions are poor?
A) Sand dollars
B) Sea cucumbers
C) Basket stars
D) Sea stars
E) Sea lilies
Sluggish Creatures
Organisms that exhibit slow movement or low activity levels, often as a result of their metabolic rates or environmental conditions.
Sea Bottom
Refers to the lowest part of a sea or ocean, also known as the seabed, where sediments settle and various benthic organisms can be found.
- Understand the unique physical and behavioral traits of echinoderms.
Verified Answer
ZA
zulfadli adenanJul 12, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Sea cucumbers are known for their ability to eject parts of their internal organs as a defense mechanism or in response to poor environmental conditions. This process is called evisceration.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the unique physical and behavioral traits of echinoderms.