10 Questions
What term describes an organism that lives on or in another organism, causing harm while deriving sustenance?
Parasite
Which type of relationship is characterized by living in mutual benefit with the host, without causing any harm?
Mutualist
In what way do parasites differ from symbiotes like mutualists and commensals?
They derive sustenance from the host while causing harm
What factor contributes to the persistence of infections despite advancements in parasite treatment and control?
Emergence of parasite drug resistance
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor contributing to the persistence of parasitic infections?
Adequate sewage disposal methods
Which regions have the majority of parasitic infections?
Tropical regions
Why do entire communities in tropical regions sometimes remain infected with parasites?
Because treatment is inaccessible or unaffordable
Which of the following is NOT considered an example of prevention and control of parasitic infections?
Regular vaccination campaigns
How are parasites classified based on their complexity?
Unicellular protozoa and multicellular helminths
How should the genus and species names of parasites be written?
Both genus and species in italics
Test your knowledge about parasites, hosts, and the concepts of parasitism, mutualism, and commensalism. Explore how organisms interact and depend on each other for survival.
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