Explore the fascinating world of bivalves and gastropods in this comprehensive 29-minute video lecture on invertebrate paleontology. Delve into the anatomy, morphology, and key physical characteristics that aid in identifying specific snail and clam groups. Learn about their classification, ecology, and evolutionary history. Discover the differences between bivalves and gastropods, understand gastropod basics including their metamorphosis, and explore various gastropod classes and morphologies. Examine different gastropod coiling types and bivalve characteristics, including their symmetry compared to brachiopods. Investigate bivalve morphology, gill classification, dentition types, subclasses, orders, and ecology. Gain insights into the evolution of both bivalves and gastropods, and get a preview of upcoming content in the field of invertebrate paleontology.