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Which taxonomic groups do parasites belong to in the context of this section of the book?
Which taxonomic groups do parasites belong to in the context of this section of the book?
- Insects and arachnids
- Fungi and bacteria
- Fish and birds
- Protozoa and helminths (correct)
Which of the following is true about protozoa and helminths?
Which of the following is true about protozoa and helminths?
- They are all free-living and do not play a significant role in the ecology of the planet
- They are all obligate parasites dependent on vertebrate hosts for their survival
- The majority of them are free-living and play a significant role in the ecology of the planet (correct)
- They are all disease-producing species
How do protozoa compare to yeasts in terms of size and complexity?
How do protozoa compare to yeasts in terms of size and complexity?
- Protozoa are larger and more complex than yeasts
- Protozoa are not mentioned in comparison to yeasts
- Protozoa are the same size and complexity as yeasts
- Protozoa are smaller and less complex than yeasts (correct)
What happens when the level of adaptation of a parasite to a host is high?
What happens when the level of adaptation of a parasite to a host is high?
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What is the size range of helminths?
What is the size range of helminths?
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What is the outcome of less complete adaptation of a parasite to a host?
What is the outcome of less complete adaptation of a parasite to a host?
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