Marine Ecology and Parasite Dynamics

What is the primary focus of Mark Torin's research?

• The impact of climate change on marine life

• The role of parasites in marine and estuarine ecosystems

• The conservation of coral reefs

• The economic benefits of shipping

What is a key discovery about introduced species and parasites?

• Introduced species bring more parasites with them

• Introduced species escape more parasites than they bring

• Parasites do not move with introduced species

• Introduced species are immune to local parasites

How does human activity contribute to the movement of species?

• By creating new habitats

• Through shipping and global trade

• Through conservation efforts

• By increasing natural migration patterns

Where did Mark Torin grow up, sparking his interest in marine life?

• Galveston, Texas

• Miami, Florida

• Santa Monica, California

• Honolulu, Hawaii

Why did Mark Torin move to Panama for his research?

• To study the Amazon rainforest

• To work with a renowned marine biology team

• To explore the biodiversity of the Panama Canal

• To be close to both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans