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Which fluke has a structure that is leaf-like and hermaphroditic?
Which fluke has a structure that is leaf-like and hermaphroditic?
- Paragonimus westermani
- Fasciolopsis buski (correct)
- Schistosoma mansoni
- Fasciola hepatica
Which fluke has an infective stage called metacercaria and requires two intermediate hosts?
Which fluke has an infective stage called metacercaria and requires two intermediate hosts?
- Clonorchis sinensis
- Fasciolopsis buski (correct)
- Schistosoma haematobium
- Paragonimus westermani
Which fluke has a structure that is tapered and rounded and an infective stage called cercariae?
Which fluke has a structure that is tapered and rounded and an infective stage called cercariae?
- Heterophyes heterophyes
- Fasciola hepatica
- Opisthorchis felineus
- Schistosoma mansoni (correct)
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Study Notes
Fluke Characteristics
- The leaf-like and hermaphroditic fluke has a unique structure.
Lifecycle and Hosts
- One type of fluke has an infective stage called metacercaria and requires two intermediate hosts.
- Another type of fluke has an infective stage called cercariae.
Morphology
- A type of fluke has a tapered and rounded structure.
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