Taeniarhynchus saginatus: Characteristics and Distribution
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What is the name of the stage found in the muscles of cattle?

  • Puberal form
  • Gravid segment
  • Oncosphere
  • Cysticercus (correct)

    • What is the peculiar feature of the scolex of Taeniarhynchus saginatus?

  • It is triangular with six sucker-like structures
  • It is round with hooks
  • It is elongated with no suckers
  • It is rhomboidal and has four cup-shaped suckers (correct)

    • How many proglottids can the strobila of Taeniarhynchus saginatus consist of?

  • 500 to 1000
  • 2000 to 3000
  • 1000 to 2000 (correct)
  • Less than 500

    • How long can Taeniarhynchus saginatus grow to be?

    <p>5 to 20 meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a person become infected with Taeniarhynchus saginatus?

    <p>By consuming raw or undercooked beef containing cysticerci</p> Signup and view all the answers

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