Question

salient features of bivalvia
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Answer 1

Bivalvia is a class of marine and freshwater molluscs with laterally compressed bodies enclosed by a shell in two hinged parts. Bivalves include clams, oysters, mussels, scallops, and numerous other families of shells. The majority are filter feeders and have no head or radula.

Answer 2

Answer:

The most important feature of a bivalve is its two shells, called valves. These shells act like a protective armor, guarding the bivalve's soft inner body parts. They can open their shells to move and feed, but at the first hint of a threat, they will rapidly close their shells.