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Intestinal worms: Pork tapeworm, Taenia solium 1, a, b, c, and human polycephalus, Polycephalus hominis 2, d, e. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1802
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Bertuch Bilderbuch Educational Encyclopedia Friedrich Human Johann Kinder Parasite Pork Taenia Tapeworm Worms Intestinal
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Intestinal Worms: A Glimpse into the Microcosm of Parasitic Life This intriguing hand-colored copperplate engraving, taken from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar in 1802, offers a unique and educational glimpse into the world of intestinal parasitic worms. The illustration showcases several species of intestinal parasites, including the Pork Tapeworm, Taenia solium (1a, b, c), and the Human Polycephalus, Polycephalus hominis (2, d, e). The Pork Tapeworm, Taenia solium, is a common parasite found in pigs and humans. Humans become infected by consuming undercooked pork contaminated with the tapeworm's eggs. Once inside the human body, the tapeworm larvae migrate to the muscles and organs, where they can cause cysts. In this illustration, the tapeworm is shown in various stages of development, from the egg (1a) to the mature worm (1c). The Human Polycephalus, Polycephalus hominis, is a less common intestinal parasite that infects humans and other primates. This flatworm gains its name from the Greek words "poly," meaning many, and "cephalus," meaning head. The worm's unique feature is its ability to produce multiple heads, which can continue to grow and develop even after the original head has been removed. The illustration (2d, e) shows the worm in its adult form, with multiple heads emerging from its body. This engraving, produced over two centuries ago, remains a valuable educational resource, providing a fascinating insight into the natural history of intestinal parasites. Its inclusion in a picture book for children underscores the importance of early education in understanding the complexities of the natural world and the role of parasites in the ecosystem.
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