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1. What is the genus of the parasite that causes malaria?

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Malaria is caused by parasites of the genus Plasmodium, not Trypanosoma, Toxoplasma, or Leishmania.

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2. Which parasite causes disease in honeybees?

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Gregarina (Monocystis) is a common parasite that infects the intestines of honeybees, while Varroa destructor, Nosema ceranae, and American Foulbrood are also common diseases that affect honeybee colonies.

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3. What is a single-celled organism that belongs to the group of ciliates and is commonly used as a model organism for biological studies?

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Paramecium is a well-known single-celled organism that belongs to the group of ciliates. Amoeba and Euglena are also single-celled organisms but they belong to different groups. Stentor is another genus of ciliates, but it is not as commonly studied as Paramecium.

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4. What is the name of the demon known for its ability to manipulate dreams?

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Belpharisma is a lesser-known entity in demonology who is said to have powers over dreams and nightmares. Azazel, Lucifer, and Beelzebub are more commonly recognized names in demonology, but they do not specifically possess the ability to manipulate dreams in the same way as Belpharisma.

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5. What is the name of the single-celled organism that lives in symbiosis with green algae?

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Paramecium bursaria is a species of single-celled ciliate that forms a mutualistic relationship with green algae. The other options are different types of single-celled organisms with distinct characteristics and symbiotic relationships.

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6. What is the scientific name of a common freshwater organism used in studying genetics?

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Tetrahymena is a genus of ciliate protozoans often used in genetic and biological research due to its simple structure and easily manipulated genome.

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7. What group does Actinopoda/ Radiolarian belong to?

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Actinopoda, also known as Radiolarian, are a group of mostly marine microscopic protozoans with radiating pseudopodia.

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8. What microscopic marine organisms are widely used in paleontology to date rocks and understand past environments?

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Foraminifera are single-celled organisms with shells that can preserve in the fossil record, providing valuable information for geologists and paleontologists.

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9. What is a single-celled organism that belongs to the genus Amoeba?

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Amoeba proteus is a type of amoeba commonly found in freshwater environments. It is known for its characteristic shape and movement. The other options provided are different types of single-celled organisms, but they do not belong to the genus Amoeba.

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10. What is the name of the genus of single-celled organisms with protective shells called testate amoebae?

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Difflugia is a genus of unicellular eukaryote testate amoebae that are common in freshwater environments. Plasmodium is a genus of parasitic protists known to cause malaria in humans. Euglena is a genus of unicellular flagellate protists. Paramecium is a genus of single-celled ciliates.

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11. What is a common parasite found in contaminated water sources and causes gastrointestinal issues?

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Giardia sp. is a common parasite found in contaminated water sources and can cause gastrointestinal issues when ingested. E. coli, Salmonella, and Cryptosporidium are also pathogens that can be found in contaminated water sources but do not specifically cause the symptoms associated with Giardia sp.

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12. What is the causative agent of trichomoniasis?

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Trichomonas vaginalis is a protozoan parasite responsible for trichomoniasis, a sexually transmitted infection. Candida albicans is a fungus that causes yeast infections, Gardnerella vaginalis is associated with bacterial vaginosis, and Chlamydia trachomatis is a bacterium causing chlamydia.

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13. What is a single-celled organism that is commonly found in freshwater environments and exhibits both plant-like and animal-like characteristics?

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Euglena sp. is a single-celled organism that belongs to the genus Euglena, commonly found in freshwater environments. It exhibits characteristics of both plants and animals, such as the ability to photosynthesize like plants and move with a flagellum like animals. On the other hand, Paramecium sp., Amoeba sp., and Volvox sp. are also single-celled organisms but do not exhibit the specific combination of plant-like and animal-like characteristics found in Euglena sp.

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14. What is the genus of single-celled organisms that is typically oval-shaped and possesses two flagella?

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Phacus is a genus of single-celled organisms that belong to the Euglenids group and are characterized by their oval shape and possession of two flagella. Paramecium, Euglena, and Amoeba are other types of single-celled organisms with different characteristics.

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15. What is the medical term for the inability to stand or walk without assistance?

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Astasia is the medical term for the inability to stand or walk without assistance. Agastopia refers to the admiration of a particular part of someone's body, Ataxia is the lack of muscle control during voluntary movements, and Aphonia is the loss of ability to produce normal speech sounds.

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16. What is the causative agent of African Sleeping Sickness?

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African Sleeping Sickness is caused by the Trypanosoma parasite transmitted by the tsetse fly.

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17. Which parasite is transmitted by sandflies and causes the disease known as leishmaniasis?

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Leishmania is a genus of parasites that are transmitted by the bite of infected sandflies. They cause the disease known as leishmaniasis, which can manifest in various forms including cutaneous, mucocutaneous, and visceral. Plasmodium is the parasite that causes malaria, Trypanosoma causes diseases like African sleeping sickness, and Toxoplasma is known for causing toxoplasmosis.

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18. What is a genus of heliozoan amoeboids that resemble miniature suns due to their radial cytoplasmic rays?

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Actinophaerium is a genus of heliozoan amoeboids known for their radial cytoplasmic rays, resembling miniature suns. This distinguishes them from the other options provided.

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19. What is the genus of the single-celled organism with a distinctive shape resembling a horn or trumpet?

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Ceratium is a genus of single-celled organisms that are known for their horn or trumpet-like shape, making them easily recognizable. Euglena, Paramecium, and Amoeba are also single-celled organisms, but they do not have the distinctive shape described in the question.

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What is the genus of the parasite that causes malaria?
Which parasite causes disease in honeybees?
What is a single-celled organism that belongs to the group of ciliates...
What is the name of the demon known for its ability to manipulate...
What is the name of the single-celled organism that lives in symbiosis...
What is the scientific name of a common freshwater organism used in...
What group does Actinopoda/ Radiolarian belong to?
What microscopic marine organisms are widely used in paleontology to...
What is a single-celled organism that belongs to the genus Amoeba?
What is the name of the genus of single-celled organisms with...
What is a common parasite found in contaminated water sources and...
What is the causative agent of trichomoniasis?
What is a single-celled organism that is commonly found in freshwater...
What is the genus of single-celled organisms that is typically...
What is the medical term for the inability to stand or walk without...
What is the causative agent of African Sleeping Sickness?
Which parasite is transmitted by sandflies and causes the disease...
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What is the genus of the single-celled organism with a distinctive...
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