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Platyhelminthes: Characters and Classification

In this article we will discuss about Platyhelminthes:- 1. General Characters of Platyhelminthes 2. Classification of Platyhelminthes. General Characters of Platyhelminthes: 1. Platyhelminthes are bilaterally symmetrical and dorsoventrally flattened, triploblastic worms. 2. Body shape generally worm-like but varies from moderately elongated flattened shape to long flat ribbons and leaf-like. 3. The flatworms are small to moderate in size varying from [...]

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Parasitism: Meaning, Origin and Kinds | Zoology

In this article we will discuss about Parasitism:- 1. Meaning of Parasitism 2. Origin and Evolution of Parasitism 3. Kinds 4. Parasitic Adaptations. Meaning of Parasitism: Parasitism is defined as the association of two organisms of same or different species, in which one lives at the cost of other. A parasite is that which lives on other organism called a [...]

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Parasitic Effects of Ascaris Lumbricoides

In this article we will discuss about the parasitic effects of Ascaris Lumbricoides with its treatment and prevention. Pathogenicity or Parasitic Effects of Ascaris Lumbricoides: As many as 500 to 5,000 adult Ascaris Lumbricoides may be present in a single host and they may cause abdominal discomforts and colic pains accompanied with diarrhoea, vomiting, and a slight temperature. They may [...]

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