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abalone


abalone
A univalve mollusk of the class Gastropoda (see gastropod) and genus Haliotis. Abalones are marine species found mostly in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. The single, broad shell, which has a series of perforations near the edge and is lined with highly iridescent mother-of-pearl, is used for jewelry and other ornamental purposes. Abalones are also harvested commercially for food consumption.


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Source: NOAA, CoRIS glossary


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