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What is parasitism?
What is parasitism?
- A form of competition between two organisms for resources
- A form of mutualistic relationship between two organisms
- A form of antagonistic coexistence where one organism benefits and the other suffers damage (correct)
- A type of commensalism where both organisms benefit
How do parasites ensure they achieve maximum benefits from their hosts?
How do parasites ensure they achieve maximum benefits from their hosts?
- By competing with the host for resources
- By being as invisible as possible to the host
- By directly attacking the host's immune system
- By developing a range of adaptations to their hosts (correct)
How do parasites usually transmit from one organism to another?
How do parasites usually transmit from one organism to another?
- Through airborne particles
- Through direct physical contact
- Through contaminated water sources
- Through blood sucking by an infected insect or acarine (correct)
Why are vectors important in parasite transmission?
Why are vectors important in parasite transmission?
What percentage of living organisms are estimated to be infected by various parasites?
What percentage of living organisms are estimated to be infected by various parasites?
Where do the most dangerous diseases caused by parasitic organisms primarily occur?
Where do the most dangerous diseases caused by parasitic organisms primarily occur?
What are some factors contributing to the increased susceptibility to infection in present times?
What are some factors contributing to the increased susceptibility to infection in present times?
Why are parasitic diseases still a serious problem despite advancements in science and medicine?
Why are parasitic diseases still a serious problem despite advancements in science and medicine?
What is a common way for detecting antibodies in parasitic infections?
What is a common way for detecting antibodies in parasitic infections?
What is a common vector for transmitting diseases mentioned in the text?
What is a common vector for transmitting diseases mentioned in the text?
Why is the lack of public awareness about parasites considered a factor contributing to the increased susceptibility to infection?
Why is the lack of public awareness about parasites considered a factor contributing to the increased susceptibility to infection?
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