Parasitism vs Mutualism in Symbiotic Relationships

Parasitism is a relationship where one organism, the parasite, benefits at the expense of the other organism, the host. Mutualism is a symbiotic relationship where both organisms benefit.

Parasite invasiveness and host resistance.

The effect of parasites on their host may be so minute that it's difficult to distinguish between a true parasite and a commensal.

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A diet high in protein can be detrimental to the development of many intestinal Protozoa, whereas a carbohydrate-rich diet is known to be essential for the development of certain tapeworms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By utilizing the host's food, potentially to a detrimental point.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It demonstrates the parasite's ability to exploit a range of resources beyond traditional nutrients, potentially causing further harm to the host.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Some parasites damage their host's tissue upon entering, while others inflict tissue damage after they have successfully entered.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hyperplasia, hypertrophy, metaplasia, and neoplasia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Parasites can become hypoantigenic, changing their surface antigens rapidly and repeatedly; and they can become functionally non-antigenic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The host develops immunity against the parasite, aiding its own survival.</p> Signup and view all the answers