Malarial Parasite and Definitive Hosts
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What is the role of the definitive host in the life cycle of a parasite?

  • To provide a suitable environment for the parasite to reach sexual maturity and reproduce (correct)
  • To attack and destroy the parasite
  • To transport the parasite to different hosts
  • To prevent the parasite from reproducing

    • Are definitive hosts always vertebrates?

  • No, definitive hosts are always invertebrates
  • Yes, definitive hosts are always invertebrates
  • No, definitive hosts are usually but not necessarily vertebrates (correct)
  • Yes, all definitive hosts are vertebrates

    • In the context of parasites, what is the significance of the definitive host being 'definitive'?

  • It is the last host encountered by the parasite
  • It is the host that provides essential nutrients to the parasite
  • It is the first host encountered by the parasite
  • It is the host where the parasite reaches sexual maturity and reproduces (correct)

    • In which species do parasites like Ascaris lumbricoides and Taenia solium reach maturity and reproduce?

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    What is the role of humans in the life cycle of parasites like Ascaris lumbricoides and Taenia solium?

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    Which of the following hosts is NOT mentioned as a definitive host for certain parasites in the text?

    <p>Rodents</p> Signup and view all the answers

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