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Which of the following has powerful suckers for holding on to the host body?

A
Roundworm
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Trichella spiralis
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C
Taenia
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Plasodium
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Solution

The correct option is C Taenia
Taenia is a tapeworm belonging to the family of Taeniidae. It is an intestinal zoonotic parasite. The adult worm which is found in humans has distinct head, the scolex, contains suckers and a rostellum as organs of attachment.
So, the correct answer is option C.

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