Phylum Mollusca Lecture 9: Marine Ecology

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What is the main focus of Phylum Mollusca?

Forming an important part of the ecosystem

Which of the following animals belongs to Phylum Mollusca?

Octopus

What distinguishes many organisms belonging to Phylum Mollusca?

Having a calciferous shell

In what regions can organisms belonging to Phylum Mollusca be found?

Both in terrestrial regions and in the depths of the seas

What is a notable characteristic of Molluscs with shells?

Producing pearls

What is an additional use of some Molluscs aside from being part of the ecosystem?

Being eaten by humans in different regions of the world

What is the size range of molluscan animals?

1 millimetre to 20 metres

Which of the following is NOT a class of extant mollusks?

Oligoplacophora

What is the function of a radula in molluscan animals?

Feeding

What is the organ system grade of organization exhibited by molluscs?

Organ system level

What is the primary source of pearls obtained from molluscs?

From the mantle and shell

In which habitats can molluscan animals be found?

Both aquatic and terrestrial

What is the role of bivalve mollusks as bioindicators?

Indicate pollution levels in water bodies

What is the purpose of a haemocoel in molluscan animals?

Blood circulation

How do natural pearls form in molluscs?

Small foreign object gets stuck between mantle and shell

Which class of molluscs includes snails?

Gastropoda

What is the function of ctenidia in molluscan animals?

Respiration

What type of circulatory system do molluscan animals possess?

Open circulatory system

Learn about the diverse animals belonging to Phylum Mollusca and their significance in the ecosystem. Find out interesting facts about mollusks such as their ability to produce pearls and their consumption by humans.

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