How do Porifera reproduce according to the material?

• A. Sexually Reproduce Via Budding Only
• B. Sexually Via Budding and Asexually Via Hermaphrodites
• C. Asexually Reproduce Via Budding Only
• D. They Do Not Reproduce

Answer: (B)

Porifera use two main reproductive strategies: sexual and asexual. Many sponges are hermaphroditic, meaning an individual can produce both eggs and sperm at different times, which allows sexual reproduction to occur within or between individuals. They also reproduce asexually by budding, where a part of the sponge grows into a new individual that can detach and live independently. Some species also rely on fragmentation or gemmule formation to persist in challenging conditions. The material you’re studying presents both sexual reproduction (through hermaphroditic capability) and asexual reproduction (through budding), which is why the chosen answer reflects both modes.