Question

Why feeding frequency of mosquito is important for better chance of transmission?

• A. Feeding frequency helps as not every bite is deep enough
• B. Feeding frequency helps as not every bite transmits pathogens
• C. Feeding frequency helps as not every bite will get a perfect host
• D. Feeding frequency helps in getting more blood for egg laying

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Feeding frequency helps as not every bite transmits pathogens

When a mosquito bites it is not necessary that it transmits the pathogen with every bite. But the transmission chances becomes better with the increase in number of feeding or bites.