Asked by Blake Mieser on Jul 17, 2024
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The madreporite helps the sea star
A) reproduce.
B) locate food.
C) digest food and distribute it to the arms.
D) regulate its vascular system.
E) keep its surface clean of algae and barnacles and debris.
Madreporite
The madreporite is a sieve-like structure found in echinoderms, such as starfish, that serves as an entry point for water into the water vascular system.
Vascular System
involves the network of blood vessels in the body, including the arteries, veins, and capillaries, that circulate blood to deliver oxygen and nutrients to tissues.
- Detail the composition and function of unique tissues and systems found in diverse animal groups.
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Micheline Jn BaptisteJul 23, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The madreporite is responsible for regulating the sea star's vascular system. It acts as a sieve, filtering seawater into the water vascular system. This system helps the sea star move, capture food, and respire.
Learning Objectives
- Detail the composition and function of unique tissues and systems found in diverse animal groups.