Question

1. Q: Do you observe anything to indicate that the Hydra is alive? (1 pt) The Hydra's body consists of a column with arms (tentacles) at one end. How many tentacles are there?Compare this number with the number other groups observe on their specimens. Do most of the Hydra have the same number of tentacles?(2 pts) 2. The hydra can reproduce both asexually and sexually. It reproduces asexually by budding. This usually occurs in the spring and summer. The bud grows out near the middle of the body stalk. Observe the hydra to see if it is budding. Does your hydra have a bud? 3. (1 pt) Q: Gently touch the hydra's tentacles and basal disk with a toothpick. Be careful not to squish or damage your hydra. How the hydra reacts to the stimulus of touch? Describe what happens. (2 pts) 4.

Answer 1

Most of the hydra have tentacles ranging from the number one to twelve and they are present at the mouth opening and surrounds it.

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