Concepts of Biology
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Chapter 15, Problem 2ACQ
Figure 15.24 Which of the following statements about the anatomy of a mollusk is false?
a. Mollusks have a radula for scraping food.
b. Mollusks have ventral nerve cords.
c. The tissue beneath the shell is called the mantle.
d. The mantle cavity contains hemolymph.
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Chapter 15 Solutions
Concepts of Biology
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