Sponge: Spicules and Gemmule | Zoology
In this article we will discuss about the spicules and gemmule of sponge. Spicules of Sponge: 1. The spicules are structures which form the supporting skeleton in sponges. 2. They may be either calcareous or silicious in nature. 3. They may be either monaxon (having one ray) triaxon (having 3 rays) or tetraxon (having 4 rays). 4. Some times they [...]