6 Questions
Which organ in Cestoda acts as a holdfast and is located in the head region?
Scolex
Which host is considered the definitive host for Cestoda like Echinococcus granulosus?
Dogs or wild canines
Which disease is commonly associated with Cestoda, particularly the species Echinococcus granulosus?
Echinococcosis
What is the role of the neck region in Cestoda anatomy?
Posterior to the scolex
Which stage of Cestoda is characterized by ribbon-like pyriform shape and a rostellum with hooks?
Gravid segment
Where does the larval form of Cestoda, affecting humans, primarily inhabit?
Liver and lungs
Learn about the classification of Cestoda, a parasitic tapeworm found in animals. Explore its kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, and genus, along with details on its common names, habitats, diseases it causes, hosts, and body regions.
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