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Aedes aegypti is a vector for

A
Yellow fever
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Dengue fever
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Japanese encephalitis
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Both A and B.
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Solution

The correct option is C Both A and B.
  • A disease vector is an agent who carries and transmits an infectious pathogen into another living organism.
  • Aedes aegypti is known to transmit dengue virus, yellow fever virus, chikungunya virus, and Zika virus.
  • It can be recognized by white markings on its legs and a marking in the form of a lyre on the upper surface of its thorax.
  • Hence Aedes aegypti is a vector for yellow fever and Dengue fever.
  • So, the correct answer is 'Both A and B'.

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