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Shell is internal inA. LoligoB. ChitonC. DentaliumD. Unio

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Shell, in the context of mollusks, refers to the hard outer protective covering that many mollusks possess. Among the options you've provided, the mollusks that typically have a shell are:

A. Loligo - Loligo is a genus of squid, and squids do not have an external shell. They have an internal structure known as a pen, which is a vestige of a shell.

B. Chiton - Chitons are mollusks that indeed have a shell. Their shell is composed of multiple overlapping plates or valves that provide protection to their soft body.

C. Dentalium - Dentalium is a genus of tusk shells, which are also mollusks with a slender, tubular shell. The shell is often open at both ends.

D. Unio - Unio is a genus of freshwater mussels, and mussels are mollusks that possess a shell made up of two hinged halves.

So, the correct answer is:

B. Chiton