An animal's shell is subjected to stress throughout its life, and residual stress can be released and measured as strain. The shape and texture of the shell are advantageous features of design.

Shellfish — specifically, bivalves like clams ... which has strict aquaculture regulations. Second, the shell should be closed before they are cooked. If a clam, oyster or mussel is open ...

Introduce them to the trash. Oyster shells, on the other hand, should be closed tightly. And, as with all fish and shellfish, your bivalves should have a fresh, oceany smell with no hint of ...