Which US state is the Desalination video focused? In other words, which US state is the desalination plant that was primarily discussed located?

What is the part of the Palolo worm that detaches and moves to the surface during reproduction?

Hookworm infection is often diagnosed via the “scotch tape” method.

Describe three nematodes (name, general life cycle, effect on humans, etc.) that parasitize humans, and explain what steps can be taken to prevent infection for each one. Be sure to connect the preventive measure to the nematode’s pathology and life cycle.  

The larvae stage of Chlonorchis (liver fluke) that exits the snail host is the __________.

Hale et al’s work investigated the relationship between European earthworm species and the forest floor in northern Minnesota. Why are these earthworms considered an invasive species in this area? Give a general description of the methods Hale et al used to study their impact on the forest floor. What did they find? Why are earthworms considered beneficial in agricultural lands but harmful to hardwood forests?

A scallop is a gastropod.

A minor must be allowed to consent to his or her own medical treatment.

A hospital corporation (its Articles of Incorporation specify that the purpose of the corporation is to provide healthcare services) wants to expand its business portfolio to include fast food franchises scattered across the city it is based in.  It contracts with Indigestion Construction Company to build the restaurants.  The construction company decides before it starts building that there are other, more lucrative contracts it might be able to get, so it informs the hospital corporation that it is not going to move forward with the construction.  Will the hospital corporation be successful in a breach of contract lawsuit against the construction company?

The requirement for a patient to provide an informed consent before receiving medical care is based primarily on which ethical principle?