Question
A host in which the parasite undergoes immature larval stage of its life cycle is? a. final host b. Detinitive host c. Intermediate host d. Aberrant host
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Answer
c
Explanation
This question is testing the understanding of the various hosts that exist in a parasite’s life cycle. Parasites often have complex life cycles that involve multiple hosts where they spend different stages of their lives. The specific terms given in the multiple-choice options are all types of hosts involved in a parasite’s life cycle. A definitive host or final host is an organism which a parasite reaches sexual maturity and, if possible, mates and reproduces. An intermediate host, on the other hand, is an organism in which the parasite does not reach sexual maturity but in which other development and growth may occur. In this host, the parasites exist in their larval or asexual stages. An aberrant host also lies within the life cycle of a parasite; however, it isn't part of the normal sequence.