The following points highlight the nine major human diseases caused due to infestation with the nematodes. The human diseases are: 1. Ascariasis 2. Ancylostomiasis 3. Enterobiasis 4. Trichuriasis 5. Trichinosis 6. Strongyloidiasis 7. Filariasis or Elephantiasis 8. Loiasis 9. Onchocerciasis. Human Disease # 1. Ascariasis: Ascariasis is a highly prevalent disease caused by the largest nematode (roundworm) Ascaris lumbricoides. It [...]
In this article we will discuss about Entoprocta:- 1. General Characters of Entoprocta 2. Structure of Entoprocta 3. Body Wall 4. Pseudocoel 5. Digestive System 6. Excretory System 7. Nervous System 8. Sense Organs 9. Reproductive System 10. Affinities. Contents: General Characters of Entoprocta Structure of of Entoprocta Body Wall of Entoprocta Pseudocoel of Entoprocta Digestive System of Entoprocta Excretory [...]
In this article we will discuss about Acanthocephala:- 1. General Characters of Acanthocephala 2. Habit, Habitat and External Characters of Acanthocephala 3. Body Wall 4. Proboscis Apparatus 5. Nervous System 6. Sense Organs 7. Excretory Organs 8. Ligament Sacs and Ligament Strand 9. Pseudocoel 10. Reproductive System 11. Copulation and Development 12. Affinities. Contents: General Characters of Acanthocephala Habit, Habitat [...]