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Which family does the tapeworm Moniezia belong to?
Which family does the tapeworm Moniezia belong to?
- Anoplocephalidae (correct)
- Benedeni
- Monizia
- Eucestoda
What is the size of Moniezia expansa?
What is the size of Moniezia expansa?
- 600 cm × 1.6 cm (correct)
- 0.36-0.8 mm
- 56-67 m in diameter
- 2.6 cm
Which part of Moniezia lacks an armed rostellum?
Which part of Moniezia lacks an armed rostellum?
- Scolex (correct)
- Strobila
- Body
- Neck
Which animal is mostly affected by Moniezia benedeni?
Which animal is mostly affected by Moniezia benedeni?
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What is the shape of Moniezia egg?
What is the shape of Moniezia egg?
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Study Notes
Moniezia Tapeworm
- Moniezia belongs to the family Anoplocephalidae.
- Moniezia expansa is approximately 6-10 cm in length and 1.5-2.5 cm in width.
- The scolex (anterior end) of Moniezia lacks an armed rostellum.
- Moniezia benedeni primarily affects sheep.
- Moniezia eggs are oval-shaped.
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