The life cycle of Trichinella is unusual for other nematode parasites in that
A)there is no intermediate host.
B)female nematodes give birth to live larvae that encyst within the maternal host.
C)sexual dimorphism is present.
D)it is very host specific.

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Trichinella spiralis is unique among nematode parasites in that the female nematodes give birth to live larvae within the maternal host that migrate and encyst in the host's striated muscles. This process is called "direct transmission" and does not require an intermediate host for completion.

The Life Cycle of Trichinella Is Unusual for Other Nematode