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Explain how a parasite is harmful to its host. Provide an example in your explanation.

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Α parasite takes from the host. Whether that is nutrients or shelter. An example would be a dog and α flea or and dog and α tick.
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Answer: A parasite benefits from its host by taking nutrients from the affected person or animal.The host does not benefit from a parasite in any way. A tape worm for example, may cause nervous system damage to the hosts body, seizures and more.

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