Worms and Mollusks

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What does the prefix 'platy' mean?

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flat

Front

What percentage of animals on the ocean floor do nematodes represent?

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90%

Front

What is the tongue-like structure of a gastropod called?

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radula

Front

What does the word 'molluscus' mean in Latin?

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soft

Front

What supports Platyhelminthes?

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mesenchyme

Front

What are the main characteristics of worms?

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Worms are elongated, soft-bodied invertebrates that typically have a segmented body.

Front

What are the three main classes of mollusks?

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Gastropoda, Bivalvia, Cephalopoda.

Front

What is the function of the mantle in mollusks?

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The mantle secretes the shell and provides protection.

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What is a common example of a gastropod?

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Snails and slugs.

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What is the primary habitat of nematodes?

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They are found in a variety of environments, including marine, freshwater, and soil.