Q.

Statement A: Torsion can be seen in all molluscs.
Statement B: Ctenidium acts as the respiratory organ in molluscs.

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a

Both statement A and statement B are correct

b

Both statement A and statement B are incorrect

c

Statement A is correct but statement B is incorrect

d

Statement B is correct but statement A is incorrect

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

Ctenidium is a gill situated on the right side of the branchial chamber. It helps in respiration by beating cilia.

During development, ctenidium shifts from left side to right side which is called "torsion". It is characteristic feature of gastropods.

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