Reasons for features of brachiopod adaptations

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A large pedicle opening
To support a large pedicle for secure attachment to the substrate
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Strongly ribbed valves
To strengthen shell against wave action
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Folded or zig-zag margin
To reduce the amount and size of sediment moving into the shells when the valves are open
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A thick/heavy shell
To provide stability on the substrate/Protection
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Median fold or sulcus
To seperate currents of water entering and leaving the animal/Prevent mixing of fresh water and waste
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Extension of the valves to form 'wings'
To provide a large surface area to prevent sinking into the sediment
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Smooth or weakly ribbed valves
No need to be robust in quiet conditions
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No pedicle opening
Pedicle not needed for attachment
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Flat valves with a large resting area
To provide a large surface area to prevent sinking into the sediment
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One margin of the shell upturned away from sediment
To ensure that some part of the shell remains out of the sediment for feeding
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To strengthen shell against wave action

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Strongly ribbed valves

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Front

To reduce the amount and size of sediment moving into the shells when the valves are open

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Card 4

Front

To provide stability on the substrate/Protection

Back

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Card 5

Front

To seperate currents of water entering and leaving the animal/Prevent mixing of fresh water and waste

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