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the adductor muscles
Heather Tremblay
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How does a clam open and close the shell?
Clams close their shells with powerful adductor muscles which pull the two valves together. A springy ligament at the hinge pulls the shell open when the muscles relax. Just like us, the clam needs to use nerve cells to signal the muscle to do its thing.
What holds the two clam shells together?
posterior and anterior adductor muscles
Is circulation open or closed in a clam?
it is close so then the blood can float in it nice and easy
What is clams body covering?
Clams are generally covered by a shell. It is a part of the clam's body, and it can open or close; when closed, it serves the purpose of protecting the clam from predators.
Can you still cook and eat clams when they are open?
If a clam does not open when cooked, that usually means the clam was dead before cooking. Do not eat clams that won't open when cooked. Make sure that the clams have plenty of space to open during the cook. Sometimes the weight on top will prevent opening.
How is the hinge ligament in relation to the two halves of a clam?
The hinge ligament is attached to the adjacent edges on one side of the two halves of a clam shell. This allows the clam to open and close like a door.
How can you tell if your clam is alive if the shell isn't open?
If it is dead it will be open therefore if it is alive it will be closed. Sometimes they are open but still alive, but if you tap their shell they close it.
How do clam open and close there shells?
Steam them open in a big pot on the stove. Put in several cups of water in the bottom, boil, and wait long enough for their little mouths to open. At that point, use a fork to pull out the cooked meat.
How do you get clams to naturally open without you opening it?
I am not sure how to get a clam to open naturally. The way I have known to open a clam is by hand.
What is the function of the two adductor muscles in the clam?
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What is the adaptation of clam?
Strong adductor muscles to keep out predators.
What are the muscles that keep the clam shut?
the adductor muscle.
