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Mussels

What are Mussels?

Mussels may refer to several different types of mollusks, which may include clams, or bivalvia from saltwater and freshwater habitats. [1]

The word "mussel" is most frequently used to mean the edible bivalves of the marine family Mytilidae, most of which live on exposed shores in the intertidal zone. [1]



History

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Products containing Mussels


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Source(s) Derived From

 Animal Sources

Natural or Artificial?

 Natural

References
  1. Mussel - Wikipedia
  2. Photo - Wikipedia (Public Domain)

Aliases (Also Known As)


 Mussel

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Revision History

Action User Date/Time
Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchJuly 25, 2011 @ 6:04 PM

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