Most freshwater clams have a bivalve ___________ stage that attaches to the gills and lives as a parasite for a few weeks.
A)Veliger
B)Trochophore
C)Brachial
D)Miracidia
E)Glochidia

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The bivalve stage that attaches to the gills and lives as a parasite for a few weeks is called glochidia. Therefore, the correct answer is (E) Glochidia. The other options are different developmental stages or structures found in various aquatic animals.

Most Freshwater Clams Have a Bivalve ___________ Stage That Attaches