0
What kind of rock is formed when the shells of clams and oysters collect on the seafloor?
When shells of clams and oysters accumulate on the seafloor, they can form a type of sedimentary rock known as limestone. Specifically, if the shells are primarily composed of calcium carbonate, they may become calcitic limestone as they undergo lithification through compaction and cementation over time. This process transforms the accumulated organic material into solid rock, often containing fossilized remains of the original organisms.
What else can I help you with?
Who live in shells?
crabs live in shells. so do clams, oysters, and scallops
Why don't oysters and mussels need to shed their shells?
Their shells grow as the organism grows
Where do oyster get their shells?
Oysters create their shells from calcium carbonate and proteins secreted by their mantle tissue. This process occurs continuously throughout their lives as they grow, producing layers of shell material to protect their soft bodies.
What is a shellfish with two shells called?
clams, oysters, or mussels
Why oyster and mussels need to shed their shells?
Oysters and mussels do not shed their shells. They are bivalve molluscs and their shells grow larger with age.
Which sea creatre is used to cultivate pearls?
oysters make shells
Who live in?
crabs live in shells. so do clams, oysters, and scallops
How can you tell if oysters are dead?
You can tell if oysters are dead by checking if their shells are open. Live oysters will close their shells tightly when handled or disturbed, while dead oysters typically remain open. Additionally, a foul smell or slimy texture can indicate that the oyster is no longer alive. Always ensure to discard any oysters that do not exhibit signs of life, as they can pose health risks if consumed.
Do oysters have a backbone?
No. Oysters are mollusks, which have shells rather than bones.
How do all oysters get water?
Oysters live in the water, and thus have an abundance of water. They die if they dry up, but can conserve water by closing their shells.
What birds have bills that help them open oysters and other shells?
The oyster-catcher!
Why do oyster not need to shed its shell?
The oyster's shell provides protection from predators. Oysters do not need to shed their shell because the eat and expel waste products buy opening their shells and pumping water in and out with hairlike structures call cilia.
