Investigating the Relationship between Growth Rate, Shell Morphology, and Trace Element Composition of the Pacific Littleneck Clam (<em>Leukoma staminea</em>): Implications for Paleoclimate Reconstructions

Due to their robust preservation and widespread nature, marine bivalve shells are increasingly used as informative, high-resolution records of past environmental conditions. Unfortunately, few studies have investigated variability amongst individuals in a genetic cohort and throughout their ontogeny...

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Main Authors: Hannah L. Kempf, David A. Gold, Sandra J. Carlson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-06-01
Series:Minerals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-163X/13/6/814