clams and there shells?

Question

do you know why clams shells are so hard to open

Answer 1

Because there are two strong muscles called adductor muscles which hold the two shells together. Once you get the shell open (by steaming the clams for example), and remove the clam from the shell, you can see on the inside of the shell the two rather shiny areas where the two muscles were attached. In fact, sometimes the muscles don't even detach from the shell during steaming, which makes removal of the clam from the shell difficult even after it is open.

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Answer 2

Since you just left me a rude comment about a situation you know nothing about, all I was asking is for some tips on how I can word this .... yes I am young not imature at all though I am probley better off in my life right now then you will ever be. so done ever right rude comments, have a little compassion a little com and sense before you do things
have a nice day
and this question clams have a living thing in them, most shells are already broken!

Answer 3

Because the little buggers are in there holding on for dear life to keep their shells closed!!! That's why steaming is a good idea.

Answer 4

If you put them in the oven when they get hot they will open and the flesh will not cook if you watch them closely

Answer 5

It is tasty. If they are easy to open, they would be extincted. Because everyone and every animal love to have a easy and tasty meals.