Chapter 25, Problem 9A

Summary Introduction

To determine:

A parasite for the desert animal.

Introduction:

Parasites are organisms that live in association with other animals (host organism) and derive food from them. In this case, the host organism is harmed by the parasite.

Explanation of Solution

The parasitic worm that lives in the desert animalsare small and have a resistance to high temperature. A digestive worm should be able to store food for the long term and should have the capacity to be in a dormant state. Additionally, the eggs of the parasite should be resistant to heat and covered with a hard shell to avoid harsh conditions.