Microbiology: Principles and Explorations 9th Edition

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Chapter 11 - Eukaryotic Microorganisms and Parasites - Self Quiz - Page 343: 1

Answer

Parasites that must spend at least some of their life cycle in or on a host are called obligate parasites, whereas parasites that can either live on a host or freely are called facultative parasites.

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Parasites that must spend at least some of their life cycle in or on a host are called obligate parasites, whereas parasites that can either live on a host or freely are called facultative parasites.
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