Sea squirts are marine organisms that have a simple bag-like body structure.The sea squirt draws water through slits in its body into the body interior.It filters food from the moving water and squirts the water along with waste materials through an opening in its body.What is likely true about the sea squirt's body cells?
A) The body cells are all identical in structure and function, so each cell has the ability to conduct every task needed for survival.
B) The body cells are all identical in structure but have different functions depending on location in the animal's body.
C) The body cells on the inside have evolved to rely on the cells on the outside for a function they cannot carry out, and vice versa.
D) The body cells on the inside and outside have evolved to perform every function, giving the best chance of survival if environmental conditions change.
E) The body cells on the outside must be dead, since they are not in contact with the food source and only provide a protective role.

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Sea squirts have specialized cells that perform different functions depending on their location, with internal cells often specialized for filtering and processing food, and external cells likely involved in protection and intake, demonstrating a division of labor within the organism.

Sea Squirts Are Marine Organisms That Have a Simple Bag-Like