Parasitism

Which of these best describes parasitism?

• One species benefits while another species also benefits

• One species benefits while another species is killed

• One species benefits while another species is harmed

• One species benefits while nothing happens to another species

An intestinal worm living in a human is an example of a:

• ectoparasite

• endoparasite

• obligate parasite

• hemi parasite

A flea feeding on the blood of a cat is an example of a:

• hemi parasite

• ectoparasite

• endoparasite

• obligate parasite

Endoparasites will die if their host dies too

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of these is NOT a type of exploitation?

• Herbivory

• Parasitism

• Predation

• Mutualism

Which of these best describes herbivory?

• An animal species that eats a plant species

• An animal species that eats another animal species

Thorns on a rose plant are an example of what kind of adaptation to herbivory?

• Physical

• Chemical

Which of these is NOT a physical plant defence to herbivory?

• Thigmonasty

• Trichomes

• Camouflage

• Toxins

Which of these is NOT a herbivore adaptation to overcome physical plant defenses?

• Small precision mouth parts

• Large tough teeth

• Strong tough tongue

• Enzymes that can break down toxins

Does a plant always die in the interaction with a herbivore?

• YES

• NO