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Structure of Typical Molluscan Body

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Feather like gills are present in the _______ of molluscs.

A

head

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mantle cavity

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visceral hump

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foot

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Solution

The correct option is B mantle cavity
The space between the mantle and visceral mass in molluscs is called the mantle cavity.

The mantle cavity has feather-like gills and they help in respiration. Head and foot are not present in the mantle cavity.

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