Anatomy and Physiology of Clams Quiz

Clams belong to the phylum Mollusca.

The mantle in clams plays a crucial role in the formation of their shells.

The digestive gland in clams is involved in the digestion of food.

Clam shells typically exhibit bilateral symmetry.

The foot in clams is primarily used for locomotion.

The class Bivalvia is characterized by the presence of two shells.

Clams have an open circulatory system for the circulation of fluids.

Clams use their gills for filter feeding, extracting food particles from water.

Siphons in clams serve the function of facilitating respiration.

Clams lack the characteristic feature of having a radula.

Clams have a decentralized nervous system.

Gametes in clams are produced by the gonad.

The process where clams exchange gases with water is called respiration.

Adductor muscles in clams are responsible for shell closure.

Clams have a coelom as their body cavity type.

The pericardial cavity in clams plays a role in circulation.

Byssal threads in some clams serve the purpose of attachment.

The crystalline style in clams is involved in the secretion of digestive enzymes.