nematode, also called roundworm, any worm of the phylum Nematoda. Nematodes are among the most abundant animals on Earth.
What is another name for roundworms?
Roundworms (also called nematodes) are worms with a long round body. They vary in length from several millimetres to up to two metres.
What is a group of roundworms called?
The nematodes (/ˈnɛmətoʊdz/ NEM-ə-tohdz or /ˈniːm-/ NEEM- Greek: Νηματώδη; Latin: Nematoda) or roundworms constitute the phylum Nematoda (also called Nemathelminthes), with plant-parasitic nematodes also known as eelworms. They are a diverse animal phylum inhabiting a broad range of environments.
What type of parasite are roundworms?
Roundworms are a group of parasites that includes pinworms and ascariasis. These tiny organisms enter your body, where they often live in your digestive system and cause problems. You can get roundworms by coming into contact with roundworm eggs or larvae.
Why are roundworms called roundworms?
Structure and Function of Roundworms As their name suggests, they have a round body. This is because they have a pseudocoelom. This is one way they differ from flatworms. Another way is their complete digestive system.
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