The World Of Parasites Ppt Flashcards
1
Q
Parasite is defined as…
A
Organism that lives at the expense of another
2
Q
3 groups of parasites are…
A
Helminths, Arthropods, and Protozoa
3
Q
T or F: Protozoa are multicellular organisms?
A
False; they are UNICELLULAR
4
Q
Can Protozoa cause disease in domestic animals and humans?
A
Yes
5
Q
T or F: Protozoa can be intracellular and extracellular
A
True
6
Q
What protozoan transmits Malaria via Mosquitoes?
A
Plasmodium
7
Q
What protozoa are found in humans and animals?
A
Toxoplasma and Cryptosporidium
8
Q
Which protozoan are cats the only definitive host for?
A
Toxoplasma
9
Q
Name 5 types of worms
A
1) Tapeworms
2) Hookworms
3) Pinworms
4) Roundworms
5) Whipworms
