Bee and Cow Interactions

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What do bees take from cows?

Juice (correct)

Milk

Honey

Pollen

Cows provide bees with a pollination service.

False

What do microbes break down for cows?

cellulose

Bees spread __________ of plants.

pollens Signup and view all the answers

Match the following items with their corresponding roles:

Bees = Take juice from cows Cows = Provide food and liquid environment Microbes = Break down cellulose Pollens = Spread by bees Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'phoresis' mean?

To carry Signup and view all the answers

In phoresis, the phorant is typically larger than the host organism.

False Signup and view all the answers

Provide an example of an organism involved in phoresis.

Musca autumnalis Signup and view all the answers

The face fly, Musca autumnalis, carries Moraxella bovis, which causes __________ in cattle.

pink eye Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their descriptions:

Phorant = The smaller organism that is carried Host = The larger organism that provides transport Phoresis = The act of carrying one organism by another Moraxella bovis = Organism causing pink eye in cattle Signup and view all the answers

Which disease has the highest estimated number of infections according to the WHO's list?

Ascaris Signup and view all the answers

Malaria is transmitted through oral ingestion.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mode of transmission for Hookworm?

Penetration Signup and view all the answers

The disease caused by the tsetse fly is known as _____

Trypanosomiasis Signup and view all the answers

Match the following diseases with their respective transmission methods:

Amoebiasis = Oral Filariasis = Mosquito Leishmaniasis = Sand fly Schistosomiasis = Penetration Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the relationship where at least two different living organisms interact?

Symbiosis Signup and view all the answers

Symbiosis can only occur between organisms of the same species.

False Signup and view all the answers

What two categories are involved in a parasitic symbiosis relationship?

Host and Parasite Signup and view all the answers

A __________ relationship involves living together in a way that benefits at least one of the involved species.

symbiotic Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of relationships with their definitions:

Symbiosis = Living together of different species Parasite = An organism that benefits from another Host = The organism that is harmed Mutualism = Both species benefit from the relationship Signup and view all the answers

What type of vector is the Anopheles mosquito for malaria?

Biological Vector Signup and view all the answers

A mechanical vector develops the infectious agent it carries.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between biological and mechanical vectors?

Biological vectors replicate and develop the infectious agent, while mechanical vectors only carry it without replication. Signup and view all the answers

The Anopheles mosquito is a _____ vector for malaria.

biological Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of vectors with their characteristics:

Biological Vector = Uptakes and develops the infectious agent Mechanical Vector = Uptakes and transmits the infectious agent without development Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Bee and Cow Interaction

Bees extract nectar from flowers, which serves as food.
Cows provide a warm liquid environment through their milk.
Pollens are transported by bees, sticking to their bodies, aiding in the pollination process.
Microbes in cows help break down cellulose, facilitating nutrient absorption.

Phoresis (Phoresy)

Phoresis refers to one organism carrying another, typically where the carrier is larger.
The smaller organism is called the phorant, while the larger is known as the host.
Moraxella bovis, responsible for pink eye in cattle, is transmitted from one cow's eye to another via Musca autumnalis (face fly) foot pads.

WHO Top 10 Infectious Diseases

Ascaris: 1220 million infections, 65,000 deaths, cosmopolitan distribution, transmitted orally.
Hookworm: 740 million infections, 65,000 deaths, common in tropical regions, transmitted through skin penetration.
Malaria: 207 million cases, 627,000 deaths, primarily in tropical regions, spread by mosquitoes.
Whipworm: 800 million infections, no significant mortality, cosmopolitan distribution, transmitted orally.
Amoebiasis: 50 million infections, 55,000 deaths, found in both cosmopolitan and tropical areas, oral transmission.
Filariasis: 160 million infected, unclear mortality, prevalent in tropical regions, transmitted by mosquitoes.
Schistosomiasis: 240 million require treatment, 200,000 deaths, tropical distribution, penetrates skin.
Giardiasis: 280 million infections, no reported deaths, cosmopolitan distribution, transmitted orally.
Trypanosomiasis: 30 million cases in Africa (48,000 deaths) & 8 million in America (11,000 deaths), transmitted by tsetse flies and kissing bugs, respectively.
Leishmaniasis: 1.6 million new cases, 30,000 deaths, tropical distribution, transmitted by sand flies.
Pinworm: 200 million infections, no mortality, common in temperate regions, transmitted orally.
Trichomoniasis: 187 million infections, no deaths, cosmopolitan distribution, transmitted venereally.

Taxonomy Overview

Organisms are classified into hierarchical categories:
- Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species.
Primary kingdoms discussed include Protista and Animalia, encompassing protozoa, helminths, and arthropods.
Arthropods fall under the phylum Arthropoda, which contains various relationships and types of symbiosis.

Symbiosis

Symbiosis is defined as any mutual association between organisms of different species.
Example provided: Anopheles mosquitoes act as biological vectors, transmitting malaria.
Vectors are classified into two categories:
- Biological Vector: Ingests and develops the agent within.
- Mechanical Vector: Simply transports the agent without replication.

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Explore the fascinating connections between bees and cows in nature. This quiz examines how these two organisms interact, from the bees taking nectar to how cows benefit from microbes. Delve into the symbiotic relationships that sustain these creatures and their environments.