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1
Q

What is the common name for Diphyllobothrium latum?

A

Broad fish tapeworm

2
Q

How large would you expect Diphyllobothrium latum adults to be?

A

~12 m

3
Q

What is the site of infection for Diphyllobothrium latum?

A

adults in Small intestine

4
Q

Diphyllobothrium latum adults have two slot-like grooves called ________

A

Diphyllobothrium latum adults have two slot-like grooves called bothria

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