10 Questions
Which term refers to an organism that lives at the expense of another organism?
Parasite
Which of the following is an example of an endoparasite?
Some protozoa
What is the term for parasites that must spend at least some of their life cycle in or on a host?
Obligate parasites
What is the significance of parasitism mentioned in the text?
Reduces food for humans
What is the study of parasites called?
Parasitology
Which type of parasite remains in or on a host once they have invaded it?
Permanent parasites
What type of vector transfers a parasite to a new host without the parasite going through any part of its life cycle during transit?
Mechanical vector
What is the term for an organism that carries other parasites and is also a temporary parasite itself?
Hyperparasite
What does host specificity refer to in the context of parasites?
The range of different hosts in which a parasite can mature
Which type of parasite invades an organism other than their normal host?
Accidental parasites
Learn about parasites, their impact on hosts, and the significance of parasitism through this introductory quiz. Explore the study of parasites and their life cycles, including the various types like protozoa, helminths, and arthropods.
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