5 Questions
What is the main focus of parasitology as a biological discipline?
The study of parasites and their hosts
Which techniques does parasitology draw on from other fields?
Cell biology and bioinformatics
In which field would the study of prokaryotes typically fall?
Bacteriology
How many species of parasitic worms are noted to infect humans?
Nearly 300 species
What is the main focus of medical parasitology as a subject?
The study of parasites that infect humans and the diseases caused by them
Test your knowledge of parasites, their hosts, and the relationship between them in this quiz about parasitology. Explore the diverse organisms and their characteristics, as well as the synthesis of biological disciplines that form the field of parasitology.
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