Select the option which shows correct difference between polyp and medusa forms of cnidarians.
Polyp | Medusa | |
1. | Umbrella-shaped | Cylindrical |
2. | Free-swimming | Sessile |
3. | Haploid | Diploid |
4. | Reproduces asexually | Reproduces sexually |
The polyp is a sessile and cylindrical form whereas, the medusa is umbrella-shaped and free-swimming. Both polyp and medusa are diploid. Polyps produce medusae asexually and medusae form the polyps sexually.