Question

How do organisms living in the intertidal zine use byssal hair?

A) As a net to help capture food
B) As an anchor against tidal action
C) as protection against harsh sunlight
D) As a filter to remove salt from water

Answer 1

B) As an anchor against tidal action

Step-by-step explanation:

Byssal hairs (or threads) are used to anchor organisms to rocks and other solid surfaces to protect them from wave shock (tidal action).

These hairs/threads stretch out in many directions to hold the organism in place. Mussels are an example of an organism that uses byssal threads.

Answer 2

I thing it’s c because the byssal hair need sunlight