2.5a (ii) The parasite niche Flashcards
1
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Parasitism
A
Parasitism is a symbiotic interaction between a parasite and its host.
2
Q
In a parasite/host relationship who has more reproductive potential?
A
Unlike predator-prey relationship, the reproductive potential of the parasite is greater than that of the host.
3
Q
What niche does a parsite occupy?
A
Most parasites have a narrow (specilised) niche as they are very host specific.
4
Q
Degenerate
A
As the host provides so many of the parasites’ needs many parasites are degenerate, lacking structures and organs found in other organisms.
5
Q
Ectoparasite
A
An ectoparasite lives on the surface of its host.
6
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Endoparasite
A
An endoparasite lives within the tissue of its host.
