Animal Kingdom

Roundworm Phylum: Trichinella

Some roundworms live in water but others are parasites. One of the parasites which can live inside pigs and inside humans is called trichinella. This roundworm is responsible for a disease called trichinosis, which comes from eating pieces of pork in which the worms live. This is one reason why it is important to cook pork thoroughly.

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