Mattheva Explained

Mattheva is a class of prehistoric mollusc from the late Cambrian,^[1] which might be better incorporated in a different class.^[2] It was erected to accommodate chiton-like organisms such as Matthevia.^[2] Although questionable, phosphatic fossils have been included in this class, even though molluscs do not use phosphate in their bodies.^[3]

See also

• Chiton - Otherwise known as Polyplacophora, a minor mention of Mattheva in section 9

Notes and References

1. Yochelson . E.L . Mattheva, a proposed new class of mollusks . 1966.
2. B. . J.. Pojeta Jr. Molluscan Phylogeny: the Paleontological Viewpoint. 186. Runnegar. Science. 4161. 311–317. Oct 1974 . 1739764. 17839855. 10.1126/science.186.4161.311. 1974Sci...186..311R . 46429653.
3. E. L.. Discussion of early Cambrian "molluscs". Yochelson. Journal of the Geological Society. 131. 6. 661–662. 1975. 10.1144/gsjgs.131.6.0661. 1975JGSoc.131..661.. 219540340.