5 Questions
Which statement best describes a parasite?
An organism that lives on or in another organism, usually larger than itself
What is the term used to describe a parasite that cannot survive outside of a host?
Obligatory
What is the term used to describe a parasite that is capable of existing independently of a host?
Facultative
Which learning outcome focuses on identifying and characterizing parasites based on their morphology, nutrition, and reproduction?
Learning Outcome 2
What is parasitism?
A relationship between two species where one species derives food and shelter from another species
Study Notes
Parasitism
- A parasite is an organism that lives on or in another organism (the host) and benefits from it, often harming the host.
Terms for Parasites
- An obligate parasite is a parasite that cannot survive outside of a host.
- A facultative parasite is a parasite that is capable of existing independently of a host.
Learning Outcomes
- Identifying and characterizing parasites based on their morphology, nutrition, and reproduction is a key learning outcome in the study of parasitism.
Test your knowledge on parasite-host relationships and disease processes in this introductory parasitology quiz. Identify and characterize parasites based on their morphology, nutrition, and reproduction. Get ready to enumerate examples and demonstrate your understanding of the subject.
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