Mollusks

Front

What is the outer body layer of a mollusk that might secrete a shell?

Back

Mantle

Front

To which Kingdom do mollusks belong?

Back

Animalia

Front

What is the shell of a mollusk made of?

Back

Calcium carbonate

Front

What does the term 'visceral mass' refer to in mollusks?

Back

Organs

Front

Which group includes clams, scallops, and oysters?

Back

Bivalves

Front

What is the primary function of the mantle in mollusks?

Back

To secrete the shell and protect the body.

Front

What are the three main classes of mollusks?

Back

Gastropods, Bivalves, Cephalopods.

Front

What is a radula and its function in mollusks?

Back

A radula is a toothed, chitinous ribbon used for feeding.

Front

What type of habitat do most mollusks inhabit?

Back

Aquatic environments, including both marine and freshwater.

Front

What is the role of the foot in mollusks?

Back

The foot is used for locomotion and attachment.