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What describes nektonic bivalve adductors?

Monomyrian

Why do Nektonic bivalves have one flattened valve and one curved valve?

Efficient swimming


Hydrofoil effect

Why are nektonic bivalves ribbed?

Add strength without weight

Why do nektonic bivalves have ears extending the hinge line?

Direct water currents

Why do nektonic bivalves have tiny eyes on the mantle?

Sense predators

Give a nektonic species example

Argopecten

Name the 6 adaptations/features nektonic bivalves have?

Thin shell


Monomyarian


Winged valves


Unique symmetry


One flat valve one curved


Sensory eyes