Parasite Conservation and Diversity

Parasite Conservation and Diversity

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The video explores the often misunderstood world of parasites, highlighting their ecological importance and the need for their conservation. It discusses the diversity of parasites, their role in ecosystems, and the challenges in studying and collecting them. The video also emphasizes the potential consequences of parasite extinction on ecosystems and the importance of understanding these organisms for conservation efforts.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common perception of parasites according to the introduction?

Harmless creatures

Friendly companions

Beneficial organisms

Disease-carrying aliens

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of delousing the California condors?

Discovery of new parasites

Improved health of condors

Extinction of a unique louse

Increased condor population

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Collin Carlson's role in parasite conservation?

Wildlife photographer

Museum curator

PhD student and researcher

Veterinarian

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of known species are estimated to be parasitic?

40%

25%

60%

10%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which parasite is recognized as critically endangered by the IUCN?

Japanese trout nematode

Giant panda tapeworm

California condor louse

Pygmy hog sucking louse

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a challenge in collecting parasites for research?

They are too large

They are often soft-bodied

They are easy to find

They are not diverse

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is there a lack of amateur interest in parasites?

They are not interesting

They are too easy to identify

They are often hidden inside hosts

They are too colorful

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