A clam is a(n):

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A clam is a(n):

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A clam is a type of mollusk, which is a phylum of invertebrates that includes animals with soft bodies and hard shells, like clams, snails, and squid. Arthropods are another phylum of invertebrates that includes animals with jointed legs, like insects and spiders. Chordates are a phylum of animals that have a notochord (a flexible rod in their back) at some point in their development, and include vertebrates like fish, mammals, and birds. Echinoderms are a phylum of invertebrates that include animals like starfish and sea urchins. Arachnids are a class of arthropods that include spiders, scorpions, and ticks.

A Clam Is A(n)