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Understanding Malaria: Causes and Carriers

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Where do the malaria parasites go after entering the victim's bloodstream?

To the lungs

To the brain

Directly to the heart

To the liver (correct)

What is the main cause of Malaria?

A parasite carried by mosquitoes (correct)

Bacteria found in contaminated water

Fungi present in the soil

A virus transmitted through the air

Why does the victim usually not feel the mosquito's bite?

The saliva of the mosquito acts as an anaesthetic (correct)

The mosquito only feeds on animals, not humans

The mosquito bites too quickly

The bite happens while the victim is asleep

How do mosquitoes transmit malaria to humans?

Through their bite saliva Signup and view all the answers

Which group is particularly susceptible to dying from malaria?

Children under five years of age Signup and view all the answers

What drug was developed during World War II to combat malaria?

Chloroquine Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of DDT in combating malaria?

Killing the mosquito that carries the disease Signup and view all the answers

What is found in the female Anopheles mosquito's intestine?

Hundreds of malarial parasites Signup and view all the answers

Why did the parasites and mosquitoes become resistant to drugs and insecticides?

As a response to new drugs and insecticides used against them Signup and view all the answers

What happens after infected liver cells burst?

A greater number of parasites reach the brain Signup and view all the answers