Lamellibranchia (Noun)
Meaning
Oysters; clams; scallops; mussels.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The lamellibranchia class of mollusks includes oysters, clams, scallops, and mussels, all of which have a similar shell structure.
- Oysters and mussels are both types of lamellibranchia that are commonly found in marine environments.
- The lamellibranchia group is characterized by the presence of gills with thin, plate-like filaments, as seen in clams and scallops.
- Scallops and oysters are both examples of lamellibranchia that are prized for their edible flesh.
- Mussels and clams are both types of lamellibranchia that are often used as food sources in coastal communities.