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ludmilkaskok [199]
4 years ago
12

Do parasites live by taking nutrients from a host organism

Biology
1 answer:
Mama L [17]4 years ago
8 0
Parasites usually require a host organism to survive, as that host organism can provide them nutrients, protein, and the necessities to reproduce.
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