Asked by Freedom Fighter Snoopyzwife215 on Jun 26, 2024
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Which statement about parasitism is true?
A) The host is generally smaller than the parasite.
B) Parasites always kill the host.
C) All parasites require a single host for their life cycle.
D) There are examples of parasites in every kingdom of life.
E) All parasites will remain attached to their host for the entire life span of the host.
Parasitism
A relationship between two organisms where one benefits at the expense of the other, often without killing it outright.
- Detail the types of interactions occurring among species, focusing on competition, predation, and various symbiotic engagements.
Verified Answer
AD
akinbami damilolaJul 02, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
There are examples of parasites in every kingdom of life. This is true as there are parasitic organisms found in plants, bacteria, fungi, animals, and even viruses.
Learning Objectives
- Detail the types of interactions occurring among species, focusing on competition, predation, and various symbiotic engagements.