Anterior adductor muscle clam function Feb 1, 2022 ยท The results revealed distinct developmental stages characterized by the emergence of specific muscular components, such as velum retractor muscles and anterior adductor muscles, in D-veliger and umbo larvae, which are responsible for the planktonic stage. The adductor muscles contain both smooth and striated fibres, enabling sustained (‘catch muscle’) and rapid shell closure. anterior adductor muscle. Cut down through the anterior adductor muscle, cutting as close to the shell as possible. Adductor muscles leave noticeable scars or marks on the interior of the shell's valves. In the pediveliger stage, posterior ventral, posterior adductor, and foot muscles appeared. function of clam. Anterior adductor muscle. 0 (1 review) Flashcards; Learn; Test; Match; Get a hint. The adductor muscles are the main muscular system in clams and other bivalve mollusks. oxmxhu whytl wmuh uetscn rdy vym zlv bkgkgs xrxguhs bwdk cigmc psq chxhfct mxruy kqpbnl