Why Doesn't a Tapeworm Have a Mouth on Its Scolex

question 63

Multiple Choice

Why doesn't a tapeworm have a mouth on its scolex?

• A)The mouth is on the proglottids.
• B)Endoparasites don't need a mouth.
• C)The mouth is located at the end of the pharynx.
• D)Tapeworms use a radula instead of a mouth to feed.

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