molluscs Flashcards
1
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are molluscs true coelomates and why
A
yes, because they have increased organ systems
2
Q
what type of digestive system do molluscs have and how is food moved through this
A
complete digestive system, and moved through cilia or muscular action
3
Q
how is food digested in molluscs
A
in specialised expanded section of digestive tract (stomach) via enzymes secreted in ‘liver’
4
Q
how is food broken down by molluscs
A
by specialised feeding apparatus called radula with teeth in transverse rows
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