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In Molluscs mouth contains a file like rasping organ for feeding called -

A

Operculum

B

Mantle

C

Hump

D

Radula

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about a specific organ found in molluscs that functions as a rasping organ for feeding. 2. **Identifying the Phylum**: Molluscs belong to the phylum Mollusca, which is known for its diverse range of organisms including snails, clams, and octopuses. 3. **Analyzing the Options**: The options provided are: - A) Operculum - B) Mantle - C) Hump - D) Radula 4. **Eliminating Incorrect Options**: - **Operculum**: This is a structure that covers the opening of some molluscs' shells but is not involved in feeding. - **Mantle**: This is a significant part of the mollusc's anatomy that secretes the shell but does not function as a rasping organ. - **Hump**: This term does not correspond to any known anatomical structure in molluscs relevant to feeding. 5. **Identifying the Correct Answer**: The radula is the correct answer. It is a specialized feeding organ found in molluscs that resembles a file or rasp and is used to scrape food particles from surfaces. 6. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the correct answer to the question is D) Radula. ---
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