Question

1) Observe rotifers feeding on red-stained yeast particles. Does rotifer behaviour change when food is encountered?

2) How are food particles handled? Briefly describe the method rotifers use to search for and capture prey items /1 (Research and cite sources if not directly observed

3) Hydra has been described as “non-senescent”. Explain? cite sources)

4) Explain the mechanism and role that diapause plays in the life cycle of Artemia

5)Explain how a filter feeding lifestyle contributes to phenomena such as Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PSP)