CBSE Class 9 Answered

Polymorphism is the phenomenon of occurrence of more than two forms of an individual within the same kind of organism. Here different types of individuals are present in a colony for different functions.

Polymorphism increases the chances of survival and adaptation, and helps in division of labour.

Polymorphism exhibits a high degree of functional interdependence.

Phylum Coelenterata / Cnidaria shows polymorphism.

In addition certain insects like honey bee and termites also exhibit polymorphism.