In this article we will discuss about Phylum Platyhelminthes:- 1. Taxonomic Retrospect of Phylum Platyhelminthes 2. Definition of Phylum Platyhelminthes 3. Characteristic Features 4. Scheme of Classification. Taxonomic Retrospect of Phylum Platyhelminthes: Linnaeus in his Systema Naturae (1735) created a phylum Vermes in which he inÂcluded all invertebrates except the insects but in the 13th ed. of Systema Naturae (1788) [...]
In this article we will discuss about Taenia Solium:- 1. Habit and Habitat of Taenia Solium 2. Structure of Taenia Solium 3. Body Wall 4. Digestive System 5. Excretory System 6. Nervous System 7. Reproductive System 8. Life History 9. Pathogenic Effects 10. Prevention and Control Measures of Disease 11. Parasitic Adaptations. Contents: Habit and Habitat of Taenia Solium Structure [...]
The term Platyhelminthes "flatworms" was first proposed by Gaugenbaur (1859) and applied to the animals now included under that heading. The name Platyhelminthes has been derived from the Greek platys = flat + helmins = worms. At first, nemertines and others were also included but later were removed to other groups. The phylum is now restricted to three classes, Turbellaria, [...]