Q. Consider the following statements regarding “fire corals”:
1.They are more closely related to jellyfish than corals.
2.Generally found in murky inshore waters and display a tolerance for siltation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation: Fire corals: They are more closely related to jellyfish than corals. On contact, one usually feels a burning sensation similar to a sting from a jellyfish.
Habitat: Generally found in murky inshore waters and display a tolerance for siltation. They often are found in clear offshore sites.
Source: Shankar IAS
