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Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Parasitology

Survival Strategies of Hemoparasites: Feeding and Egg Injection Techniques Explained

Suck host blood or inject eggs into hosts arthropods Some parasitic organisms have evolved different strategies to ensure their survival and reproduction: 1. How do parasites suck...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Parasitology

The Fascinating Reproduction Mechanisms of Yeasts: A Comprehensive Guide

how do yeasts reproduce? asexually by budding Yeasts are unicellular fungi that reproduce asexually by budding or fission. Budding is a type of asexual reproduction in which...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Parasitology

Exploring the Fascinating World of Multicellular Fungi: Unveiling their Role in Ecosystems

what do most fungi occur as? filaments or yeasts Most fungi occur as multicellular organisms, which means that they are made up of multiple cells. The body...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Parasitology

Insects vs Arachnids: Differences, Examples and Benefits for Humans

Include insects and arachnids (spiders and mites) arthropods 1. What are insects and arachnids? Insects are a highly diverse group of animals that belong to the phylum...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Parasitology

Cestodes (Tapeworms): Parasitic Flatworms and their Harmful Effects on Vertebrate Hosts

Cestodes Tapeworms. Intestinal parasites Cestodes, also known as tapeworms, are parasitic flatworms of the class Cestoda. They are characterized by their segmented body, which is made up...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Parasitology

The Hidden Threat: Diversity and Impact of Helminths – Exploring the Types, Symptoms, and Transmission of Parasitic Worms in Humans and Animals

what are helminths? multicellular parasitic worms Helminths are a diverse group of parasitic worms that infect humans, animals, and other organisms. They are a major cause of...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Parasitology

Pseudopods: The Remarkable False Feet of Amoebozoa and Beyond – An Insight into the Cell’s Movement and Food Capturing Process

what are pseudopods? flowing cytoplasmic extensions Pseudopods are temporary cytoplasmic projections or extensions that protrude from the surface of certain cells, such as amoebas, to help them...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Parasitology

Chagas Disease: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment of the Parasitic Infection caused by Trypanosoma cruzi

Trypanosoma cruzi Changas disease; affects central and peripheral nervous system in children; transmitted by “kissing bugs” Trypanosoma cruzi is a parasitic protozoan that causes Chagas disease, also...