Asked by Lauren Wyatt on Jul 26, 2024
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Which of these is a bivalve?
A) slug
B) octopus
C) earthworm
D) snail
E) oyster
Bivalve
Type of mollusc with a shell composed of two valves; includes clams, oysters, and scallops.
Oyster
A type of bivalve mollusk found in marine or brackish waters, often cultivated for food or pearls.
Slug
A terrestrial mollusk with a soft, unsegmented body, typically lacking a visible shell.
- Outline the traits that distinguish molluscs and their categorization in the animal kingdom.
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zainab sohailJul 31, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Bivalves are a type of mollusk that have a hinged, two-part shell, and oysters are a prime example. The other options listed are not bivalves.
Learning Objectives
- Outline the traits that distinguish molluscs and their categorization in the animal kingdom.