Question

Describe two ways that the functions of the snail shell and lobster exoskeleton are similar

Answer 1

Lobsters belong to phylum arthropoda while snails belong to phylum molluska.

The exoskeleton is further reinforced in organisms such as the lobster by adding calcium carbonate. The shell on the snails ' back is the outer skeleton or exoskeleton. They provide muscle attachment with the wide surface area. They also play the role of camouflage and mechanical stress and predators' protection.