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Why are molluscan shells considered an effective anti-predator adaptation?

Asked in UP PGT (Biology) · 2026
Animal Kingdom · Biology
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BiologyDiversity in The Living WorldAnimal KingdomArthropoda, Mollusca and EchinodermataUP PGT (Biology)2026
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Xylem transports water and dissolved minerals; phloem carries prepared food.

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Option C — They reduce handling efficiency of predators

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Animal Classification: Basis & Non-Chordate Phyla Part 1 has appeared in 43 previous-year exam questions, most frequently in State PSC, UPSC and SSC.
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