Which among the following is not the characteristic of Phylum Mollusca?
A
Only marine
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B
Soft bodied organisms
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C
Unsegmented
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D
Presence of shell
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Solution
The correct option is A Only marine
Phylum Mollusca is the second largest phylum of the animal kingdom. They are present in both aquatic (fresh and marine water) and terrestrial habitats.
They are soft bodied animals without segmentation. It contains a distinct head, muscular foot and a visceral hump.
They possess a shell. It is secreted by mantle and is made up of calcium carbonate. It can be internal, external or even absent.