5 Questions
Which stage of the parasite sheds off its tail upon penetration?
Schistosomule
What aids the parasite in penetrating the skin of its definitive host?
Lytic enzymes produced by the parasite
How are cercariae produced from a single miracidium?
Through asexual multiplication within the mother and daughter sporocysts
What limits the number of cercariae that develop from one miracidium?
Size of the snail host
In which snail hosts are thousands of cercariae produced?
S. mansoni and S. haematobium
"Quiz: Understanding the Lifecycle of Schistosoma Parasite" - Test your knowledge on the fascinating lifecycle of the Schistosoma parasite. Learn about the different stages, from penetration to cercaria production, and how this parasitic organism adapts to survive in its host.
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