Identify the distinguishing characteristics of phylum Cnidaria. Then outline the classes within this phylum and their

major characteristics. Include at least one representative for each class. What will be an ideal response?


Members of phylum Cnidaria are characterized by having radial symmetry, cnidocytes, a
nerve net, and a sac-like, diploblastic body plan with tentacles surrounding the mouth. The
four classes within this phylum, their characteristics, and representatives are listed in Table
31-1 of the textbook.

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