10 Questions
Which type of parasite feeds on the outside of the host?
Ectoparasites
Parasites differ from predators in which of the following ways?
They attack from within
Which of the following is an example of mutualism in symbiosis?
Mosquitoes on human skin
What effect do parasites often have on host numbers?
They have no effect on host numbers
Which type of parasite feeds in a living host?
Liver fluke
What is the main characteristic of symbiosis?
At least one organism benefits
Which of the following is an example of an ectoparasite?
Lice on hawks
What do parasites feed on?
The host organism
How do parasites differ from predators in terms of the damage they cause to the host?
They cause less damage to the host
What is the main difference between endoparasites and ectoparasites?
Their feeding habits
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