Giant Clams Are Very Large in Size Because of They

question 2

Multiple Choice

Giant clams are very large in size because of they:

• A)Utilize dissolved organic matter from the water.
• B)Filter a large volume of water.
• C)Are deposit as well as a suspension feeder.
• D)Are parasites when young.
• E)Have zooxanthellae.

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