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What is the primary method of attachment for monogenetic flatworms?
What is the primary method of attachment for monogenetic flatworms?
- Suckers
- Eyes
- Cilia
- Sclerites (correct)
Which class of parasites affects mollusks?
Which class of parasites affects mollusks?
- Trematoda (correct)
- Cestodes
- Monogenea
- Digeneans
How many developmental stages are involved in the life cycle of trematodes?
How many developmental stages are involved in the life cycle of trematodes?
- 6
- 3
- 4
- 5 (correct)
What is the body architecture of trematodes similar to?
What is the body architecture of trematodes similar to?
Which parasite is well-known for causing schistosomiasis?
Which parasite is well-known for causing schistosomiasis?
What is the primary habitat of monogenetic flatworms?
What is the primary habitat of monogenetic flatworms?
How many pairs of eyes does the larva (oncomiracidium) of monogenetic flatworms usually have?
How many pairs of eyes does the larva (oncomiracidium) of monogenetic flatworms usually have?
What differentiates the outer body layer of trematodes from cestodes and monogeneans?
What differentiates the outer body layer of trematodes from cestodes and monogeneans?
How many intermediate hosts do trematodes typically need in their life cycle?
How many intermediate hosts do trematodes typically need in their life cycle?
What is the primary method by which trematodes ingest host tissues and blood?
What is the primary method by which trematodes ingest host tissues and blood?