A researcher has just discovered a new marine organism that appears very similar to jellyfish. However, on closer inspection, this organism possesses both a mouth and anal pore, and a single set of tentacles. This animal is MOST likely a:

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The presence of both a mouth and anal pore, as well as a single set of tentacles, suggest that this organism is a comb-jelly. Comb-jellies are often mistaken for jellyfish, but possess distinct characteristics such as the presence of an anal pore. Placozoans, sea anemones, sponges, and choanoflagellates do not typically possess these characteristics.

A Researcher Has Just Discovered a New Marine Organism That