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Which of the following weather conditions is a major contributing factor to the rapid spread of mosquito-borne diseases?
Which of the following weather conditions is a major contributing factor to the rapid spread of mosquito-borne diseases?
- Sunshine
- Rainfall (correct)
- Wind speed
- Humidity
What are some prevalent mosquito-borne diseases in tropical regions?
What are some prevalent mosquito-borne diseases in tropical regions?
- Dengue, yellow fever, chikungunya, and Zika (correct)
- Malaria, dengue, chikungunya, and Zika
- Yellow fever, West Nile virus, dengue, and malaria
- Malaria, yellow fever, West Nile virus, and chikungunya
How can the measurement of rainfall help scientists assess risks related to mosquito-borne diseases?
How can the measurement of rainfall help scientists assess risks related to mosquito-borne diseases?
- By estimating the quantity of larvae emerging (correct)
- By predicting the occurrence of downpours
- By determining the number of mosquitoes in an area
- By analyzing the social and environmental factors
What is the relationship between unusually warm ocean temperatures and Aedes-borne diseases?
What is the relationship between unusually warm ocean temperatures and Aedes-borne diseases?
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What is the recommendation for using climate data in predicting seasonal patterns of mosquito-borne diseases?
What is the recommendation for using climate data in predicting seasonal patterns of mosquito-borne diseases?
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