Nematode Parasitic or Non-Parasitic Quiz

Saprophytic

Parasitic (correct)

Non-parasitic

Commensalistic

It has no interaction with any other organism

It helps in the decomposition of organic matter in the environment

It feeds on the host's tissues (correct)

It benefits the host without causing harm

Decomposer (correct)

Photosynthetic organism

Predator

Mutualistic symbiont

<p>The nematode in the diagram is parasitic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The presence of specialized structures such as a stylet or hooks for attachment to the host's tissues supports the classification of the nematode as parasitic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Being classified as parasitic indicates that the nematode derives nutrients from its host, which can lead to harm or disease in the host organism.</p> Signup and view all the answers