Francesco Redi was the first to distinguish which worms?
Earthworms from tapeworms
Snakeworms from pinworms
Silkworms from grubworms
Mealworms from waxworms
Answer
Francesco Redi was an Italian biologist and physician who is known for his work in disproving spontaneous generation. He is also known for his work in distinguishing between earthworms and tapeworms. In 1668, Redi conducted an experiment in which he placed meat in jars, some of which were covered with gauze.
Unearthing the Genius: The Francesco Redi Quiz
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