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1. Armenia

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   The Armenian language is an Indo-European language with its own distinct alphabet, created in 405 CE. Modern Armenian exists in two forms: Eastern Armenian and Western Armenian.
   Armenia possesses a rich literary tradition extending back to antiquity, with significant contributions from Khachaturian, whose compositions synthesized traditional folk melodies with modern orchestral techniques, and numerous poets and philosophers whose works have influenced [Mediterranean](/entrie…

2. Clam

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   Distribution and Habitat
   Clams occupy diverse aquatic habitats ranging from shallow tidal zones to abyssal depths. Soft-sediment environments—mudflats, sand bars, and estuaries—represent their preferred habitat, as these substrates facilitate burrowing. The Mediterranean region, the North Atlantic, and the Pacific coasts of North America maintain the highest species diversity.
   Historical and Archaeological Significance

3. Clam

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   Commercial Importance
   Modern clam fisheries represent a multi-billion-dollar global industry. Major commercial species include the hard clam (Mercenaria mercenaria), the geoduck (Panopea generosa), and the Manila clam (Venerupis philippinarum). Clams are consumed as steamed dishes, in chowders, or as raw preparations (particularly in Mediterranean cuisine). Certain species accumulate biotoxins during harmful algal blooms, occasionally rendering them hazardous for human consumption—a phenomenon known as paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP).
   Ecological Ro…