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What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes a parasite from other organisms that coexist with a host?
What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes a parasite from other organisms that coexist with a host?
A parasite draws nutrients directly from its host and benefits from it, while offering no benefit in return.
What is the difference between ectoparasites and endoparasites?
What is the difference between ectoparasites and endoparasites?
Ectoparasites live on the host, while endoparasites live within the host.
What is the role of the definitive host in a parasitic relationship?
What is the role of the definitive host in a parasitic relationship?
The definitive host supports the sexually mature, reproducing adult parasite.
What is the primary difference between Protozoa and Helminths in terms of their reproduction?
What is the primary difference between Protozoa and Helminths in terms of their reproduction?
What is the characteristic of Cestodes (tapeworms) that distinguishes them from other types of Helminths?
What is the characteristic of Cestodes (tapeworms) that distinguishes them from other types of Helminths?
What is the purpose of the infective stage of a parasite's life cycle?
What is the purpose of the infective stage of a parasite's life cycle?
