Malaria and Anopheles Gambiae

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True or false: Malaria is one of the world's deadliest diseases, causing over 400,000 deaths annually.

True (A)

True or false: Anopheles gambiae mosquitoes are the main vectors of malaria.

True (A)

True or false: Available methods to control mosquito populations have been sufficient in stopping the spread of malaria.

False (B)

True or false: Mosquitoes only bite humans for blood.

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True or false: Mosquitoes can transmit diseases like dengue and yellow fever.

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Malaria Mortality

Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by parasites transmitted to humans through the bites of infected Anopheles mosquitoes, leading to over 400,000 deaths annually.

Malaria Vectors

Anopheles gambiae mosquitoes serve as the primary vectors for transmitting malaria parasites to humans.

Mosquito Control Effectiveness

Current methods for controlling mosquito populations have not been adequate to halt the ongoing spread of malaria.

Mosquito Diet

Not all mosquito bites are for blood meals; both male and female mosquitoes feed on nectar and plant juices, but only females require blood to produce eggs.

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Mosquito-borne Diseases

Besides malaria, mosquitoes are vectors for transmitting various diseases, including dengue fever and yellow fever.

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Study Notes

Malaria and Mosquitoes

Malaria is one of the world's deadliest diseases, causing over 400,000 deaths annually.
Anopheles gambiae mosquitoes are the main vectors of malaria.
Available methods to control mosquito populations have not been sufficient in stopping the spread of malaria.
Mosquitoes bite humans for blood, but they also feed on other animals, such as birds and other small mammals.
Mosquitoes can transmit diseases like dengue and yellow fever, in addition to malaria.