Asked by kalen green on Jun 17, 2024
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An animal found in the rocky intertidal zone has eight overlapping plates and is tightly adhering to the rock with a muscular foot. This animal is most likely a member of the class:
A) Polyplacophora
B) Cephalopoda
C) Polychaeta
D) Gastropoda
E) Bivalvia
Polyplacophora
A class of marine mollusks known as chitons, characterized by their eight-plated dorsal shells and grazing habits.
Intertidal Zone
The marine shoreline area between the high-tide mark and the low-tide mark.
- Uncover and delineate the anatomical components of diverse invertebrates.
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JC
Jasmine ChunnJun 23, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Polyplacophora, commonly known as chitons, are characterized by their eight overlapping plates and ability to adhere tightly to rocks using a muscular foot, fitting the description given.
Learning Objectives
- Uncover and delineate the anatomical components of diverse invertebrates.