Origin and diversification of the Mollusca
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Biological phenomena > Evolution Geological time > Phanerozoic > Paleozoic > Palaeozoic > Cambrian Phylogenetics Mollusca [WoRMS] Marine/Coastal; Fresh water |
Authors | | Top |
- Runnegar, B.
- Pojeta Jr., J.
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Abstract |
A review is presented of the evidence for the origin and early (Cambrian) history of the mollusca showing how the initial diversification of the phylum occurred. The ultrastructural evolution of the molluscan shell and classification of Cambrian molluscs are also discussed. |
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