Do clams have to be alive?
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The clams at your seafood counter or fish market are alive. Perished clams develop bacteria quickly, so it’s imperative to …
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How to open an alive clam?
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Because clams must be allowed to breathe to stay alive, store them in a single layer, covered with a damp …
Are clams immortal?
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Clams. Believe it or not, some species of clams can live up to more than 400 years. Scientist explain that …
Is a clam alive?
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Clams are alive when you buy them and they need air, which is why most fishmongers poke holes in the …
Do clam shells decompose?
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Clamshells, like bones and other seashells, decompose much slowly, especially if left whole. The good thing is that over time, …
Are sea clams alive?
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Clams are alive, and open up when they die. If any of your clams are open before you cook them, …
Is a clam a living thing?
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Clams are invertebrates. Invertebrates are animals that do not have a backbone. Clams belong to a group of invertebrates called …
Is my clam alive?
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Hard shell clams should be tightly-closed. If you find that any are open when you get them home, gently tap …
Are clams alive when you buy them?
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Clams are purchased alive and must be kept alive. If you do purchase them several hours in advance, they should …
Are clams alive when you steam them?
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Like fellow bivalve mussels, clams require a good scrub before steaming to remove any remaining grains of sand. For safe …