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Investigate how the height to width ratio of Limpets varies with distance from sea. The term Limpet is a common name used for many different types of saltwater or freshwater snails that have a simple shell which is conical in shape, and coiled in appearance(1). The majority of this species are commonly found attached strongly to rocks or other hard surfaces such as pebbles and sand on exposed rocky shores. They attach themselves to rocks using pedal mucus and a muscular foot.They move using wave-like muscular contractions of the foot when it is suitable for them to feed, usually at high tide. A adaptation of the Limpet to its particular surroundings, enable them to stick to the rock surface when necessary so that they remain safely attached, essential due to the exposure to strong prevailing winds and destructive wave action. The ability to remain secured to the rock also seals the...

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