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Clams

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Clams are bivalve mollusks with two shells hinged together. They live in both saltwater and freshwater habitats and filter-feed by extracting nutrients from the water.

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