Which of the Following Statements Is NOT Generally Characteristic of Parasites

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT generally characteristic of parasites?

• A)They are specialists and usually are able to affect only one variety of hosts.
• B)They inflict serious injury and kill their hosts.
• C)Some reside inside their hosts, whereas others live outside their hosts.
• D)Their host may be a plant as well as an animal.
• E)Some require more than one host to complete the life cycle.

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Definitions:

Osteoporosis

A condition characterized by weakened bones that are more prone to fracture due to a decrease in bone density and quality.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

A chronic autoimmune disorder that primarily affects joints, leading to inflammation, pain, and eventually joint damage and deformity.

Bone Remodeling

The continuous turnover process of bone tissue that involves bone formation and resorption.

Arthritis

A form of joint disorder that involves inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness.