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The colossal squid is the world's largest mollusk, measuring up to almost ______ feet long.
The colossal squid is the world's largest mollusk, measuring up to almost ______ feet long.
50
There are approximately ______ living species and probably 70,000 extinct species of mollusks.
There are approximately ______ living species and probably 70,000 extinct species of mollusks.
160,000
Mollusks are typically divided into ______ classes, of which two are extinct.
Mollusks are typically divided into ______ classes, of which two are extinct.
ten
Cephalopods are thought to be the most ______ of invertebrates.
Cephalopods are thought to be the most ______ of invertebrates.
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Bivalves include clams, scallops, oysters, and mussels, and have ______ parts to their shell.
Bivalves include clams, scallops, oysters, and mussels, and have ______ parts to their shell.
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Study Notes
- The colossal squid is the world's largest mollusk, measuring up to almost 50 feet long.
- There are approximately 160,000 living species and probably 70,000 extinct species of mollusks.
- Mollusks are typically divided into ten classes, of which two are extinct.
- The major classes of living mollusks include gastropods, bivalves, and cephalopods.
- Gastropods include snails and slugs, and have a well-developed head.
- Bivalves include clams, scallops, oysters, and mussels, and have two parts to their shell.
- Cephalopods include the octopus and squid, and have a prominent head and a well-developed brain.
- Cephalopods are thought to be the most intelligent of invertebrates.
- Mollusks have different habitats, from gardens to deserts, rivers, lakes, and the ocean.
- Mollusks have different feeding strategies, from capturing food with gills to being active and efficient predators.
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Test your knowledge of mollusks with our quiz! From the colossal squid to the smallest snail, learn about the various classes and species of these fascinating creatures. Discover their habitats, feeding strategies, and unique characteristics. Challenge yourself and see how much you know about the world of mollusks!
