In contrast to triploblastic animals, diploblastic animals have:

Correct answer: D. A gastrovascular cavity with one opening only

  • A. Coelom lined by mesoderm
  • B. Mouth and anus as two body openings
  • C. A mesodermal layer that forms muscles
  • D. A gastrovascular cavity with one opening only

Explanation

Diploblastic animals, like cnidarians, have two primary germ layers: ectoderm and endoderm. They possess a single opening that functions as both the mouth and anus, leading to a gastrovascular cavity, which is a characteristic feature of their body plan.

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