An Illustrated and Cross-Referenced Glossary of
Malacological and Conchological Terms

by Paul S. Mikkelsen

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MANTLE CAVITY   A space or chamber formed where the MANTLE edge overlaps the VISCERAL MASS, housing the GILLS (or LUNG) and the outlets of most body systems.
   


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