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The scolex
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What is the head of a tapeworm called and how is it used?
The head of a tapeworm is called a scolex. The tapeworm attaches itself to the intestine of the host with hooks and suckers that are on the scolex.
What is the function of a scolex on a tapeworm?
The head of a tapeworm. Point of attachement to the host organism.
What is the head of a tapeworm called?
A porter-youdler
What is a scolex?
A scolex is the head region of a tapeworm, containing hooks and suckers that allow it to attach to the host's intestinal wall. It is essential for the tapeworm's survival and reproduction within the host's body.
Is the knob-shaped head of a tapeworm containing hooks and suckers called a scolex?
Yes.
What do you call a tapeworm in a dog?
A tapeworm in a dog is called the same thing, a tapeworm. The most common kind of tapeworm found in dogs is the Dipylidium Caninum, which is the cucumber tapeworm or double-pore tapeworm.
Why does a tapeworm have hooks and suckers?
a tapeworm has hooks on its head and round the mouth as a means of clinging to the insides of the stomach when bowel movements (pooing or peeing) occurs, so that it does not get excreted into the toilet or the ground. (the ground... :D)
What is the tapeworm in cats?
a tapeworm is a parasite, BAD!
What kingdom is the tapeworm in?
The tapeworm is in the animilia kingdom 
What kingdom is tapeworm?
The tapeworm is in kingdom Animalia
Is a tapeworm an organism?
Yes, a tapeworm is an organism.
What is one type of tapeworm?
dwarf tapeworm is one
