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family plasmodiidae

 

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Noun family plasmodiidae has 1 sense
  1. Plasmodiidae, family Plasmodiidae - malaria parasites
    --1 is a kind of protoctist family
    --1 is a member of Haemosporidia, order Haemosporidia

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Family Plasmodiidae

Definition:

The family Plasmodiidae refers to a group of parasitic protists that belong to the phylum Apicomplexa. These protozoans are responsible for causing various diseases in humans and animals, including malaria.

Senses:

  1. Sense 1: A taxonomic family of parasitic protists.

Usage:

Family Plasmodiidae includes several genera and species that can be pathogenic to humans and animals, causing severe illnesses such as malaria.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The family Plasmodiidae consists of various species of parasitic protozoans.
  2. Malaria, caused by Plasmodium parasites belonging to the family Plasmodiidae, affects millions of people worldwide.
  3. Scientists are studying the life cycle of Plasmodiidae to find better ways to control and prevent malaria infections.

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