Bivalves Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Tidepools - ANSWER-shallow pool of seawater that forms on the rocky intertidal shore swash riders - ANSWER-move up and down to maintain burrowing position in moist sand, as tide rises and falls; includes some bivalves, burrowing mole crab Emerita Intermediate disturbance-predation effect - ANSWER-species diversity may be maximized at intermediate levels of predation or disturbance Stages of "Mature" marsh - ANSWER-1. Bare intertidal sediment 2. Early colonization of patches of grass 3. ...

What common kitchen ingredient is a by-product of fermented wine? 1)vinegar 2)soy sauce 3)Worcestershire sauce 4)demi-glace - correct answer 1) Vinegar What is the general smoking point for vegetable oils? 1)400° Fahrenheit (204° Celsius) 2)350° Fahrenheit (177° Celsius) 3)450° Fahrenheit (232° Celsius) 4)300° Fahrenheit (149° Celsius) - correct answer 1) 400° Fahrenheit (204° Celsius) What vegetable group contains a large number of toxic varieties and shoul...

WSU Biology 106 Exam 3 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES |ALREADY GRADED A+ Arthropods - ANSWER- Phyla with greatest amount of diversity with 85% of animal spp 700 million years ago - ANSWER- When the first animals originated Porifera (sponges) - ANSWER- Phyla with no tissues, muscles, nerves, or specialized organs Choanocytes - ANSWER- Flow of water and food acquisition in sponges Amoebocytes - ANSWER- Found in sponges, these cells are mobile and perform numerous ...

Mammalogy Quizzes Ch. 23-24 Question 1 of 10 10.0 Points Why is dispersal male biased in polygamous species? A. Female philopatry is advantageous since females provide more parental care whereas males suffer from inbreeding and competition from philopatric behavior. B. Heterozygosity is increased with male philopatry which in turn increases female reproductive fitness. C. Males benefit from giving high level of parental care and females benefit from reduced resource competition. D. Male philopat...

The Nervous system of Mollusca: A Comprehensive Overview Mollusca, one of the most diverse phyla in the animal kingdom, encompasses a wide range of organisms, from the humble snail to the majestic octopus. Central to the functioning of all mollusks is their nervous system, which coordinates various physiological processes and behaviors essential for survival. In this comprehensive exploration, we delve into the intricate workings of the molluscan nervous system, elucidating its structure, fu...

Very well written with detailed hand - drawn diagrams. Super organized and accurate.

Very well written with detailed hand - drawn diagrams. Super organized and accurate.

Mammalogy Quizzes Ch. 23-24 Question 1 of 10 10.0 Points Why is dispersal male biased in polygamous species? A. Female philopatry is advantageous since females provide more parental care whereas males suffer from inbreeding and competition from philopatric behavior. B. Heterozygosity is increased with male philopatry which in turn increases female reproductive fitness. C. Males benefit from giving high level of parental care and females benefit from reduced resource competition. D. Male philopat...

University of Maryland, University College - BIOL 181 BIOL 181 Final Exam Each multiple-choice question is worth 2 points. Please pick the best answer to the following 50 questions. Attach only the answer sheet (provided) in your LEO assignments for grading. 1. The most diverse and inclusive classification group is the: a. domain b. genus c. kingdom d. phylum e. species 2. Which of the following scientific names are written correctly? a. Dermochelys coriacea b. Dermochelys coriacea c. Dermochely...

University of Maryland, University College - BIOL 181 BIOL 181 Final Exam Each multiple-choice question is worth 2 points. Please pick the best answer to the following 50 questions. Attach only the answer sheet (provided) in your LEO assignments for grading. 1. The most diverse and inclusive classification group is the: a. domain b. genus c. kingdom d. phylum e. species 2. Which of the following scientific names are written correctly? a. Dermochelys coriacea b. Dermochelys coriacea c. Dermo...