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Why is Gambusia introduced into drains and ponds?

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**Step-by-step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Problem:** - The question asks why Gambusia, a type of fish, is introduced into drains and ponds. 2. **Identifying the Role of Mosquitoes:** - Mosquitoes are known vectors for several diseases, such as malaria, dengue, chikungunya, and filariasis. They transmit pathogens through their bites. ...
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  • Gambusia is a fish which is being introduced into the ponds in order to chech the vector borne diseases such as

    A
    dengue
    B
    malaria
    C
    chikungunya
    D
    all of these.

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