Clam Anatomy and Ecology Quiz

What is a unique feature of clams that allows them to move and burrow?

• Their shell

• Their foot

• Their pearl

• Their siphon

What is the term used by clammers to describe a spot rich in clams?

• Gold mine

• Treasure trove

• Honey hole

• Clam corner

How do clams use their siphons?

• To dig into the sand

• To filter water for food and oxygen

• To produce pearls

• To communicate with other clams

What is the relationship between giant clams and microalgae?

• Parasitic

• Competitive

• Symbiotic

• Predatory

What ecological role do clams play in their environment?

• They provide shelter for fish

• They act as natural water filters

• They are top predators

• They produce oxygen