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Infective stage of Ascaris remain viable for
Infective stage of Ascaris remain viable for
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The correct option is D Six months
The embryo of Ascaris develops into the juvenile phase under suitable conditions of temperature, moisture, and oxygen. The first stage juvenile termed as rhabditiform larva inside the egg shell. It moults within the egg shell and becomes the second stage larva, which is infective to the humans. This infective stage remains viable for around six months in loose, sandy and moist soil.
The embryo of Ascaris develops into the juvenile phase under suitable conditions of temperature, moisture, and oxygen. The first stage juvenile termed as rhabditiform larva inside the egg shell. It moults within the egg shell and becomes the second stage larva, which is infective to the humans. This infective stage remains viable for around six months in loose, sandy and moist soil.
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