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Most appropriate term to describe the life cycle of Obelia is:

1. metagenesis
2. metamorphosis
3. alternation of generations
4. neoteny

Correct answer: metagenesis

Solution

Obelia shows an alternation between an asexual polyp stage and a sexual medusa stage. This type of life cycle is called metagenesis, not metamorphosis or neoteny.

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