Echinoderms' Radial Symmetry Enables Which of the Following

Question

Echinoderms' radial symmetry enables which of the following?
A) An unusually rapid nutrient uptake
B) A greatly reduced metabolism
C) Rapid adaptation to extremes of temperature
D) An unusually long lifespan
E) The ability to respond effectively in every direction of their surrounding environment

Accepted Answer

Echinoderms' radial symmetry allows them to respond effectively to stimuli from any direction in their environment, as their body structure is organized around a central axis. This means they can detect and react to changes or threats coming from any direction without needing to orient themselves towards the stimulus first.