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The mosquito P is a carrier of virus and spreads a disease Q. Another mosquito R is the carrier fo protozoan S and spreads a disease called T.
c) What is the sex of mosquito P?

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To determine the sex of mosquito P, we can follow these steps: 1. **Identify the Type of Mosquito**: The question states that mosquito P is a carrier of a virus and spreads disease Q. In many cases, it is known that female mosquitoes are the ones that bite and feed on blood, which is necessary for their reproduction. 2. **Understand the Disease**: The transcript mentions that mosquito P spreads a disease associated with a virus. Common diseases spread by mosquitoes include Dengue, Zika, and others, which are primarily transmitted by female mosquitoes. 3. **Consider the Characteristics of Mosquitoes**: Female mosquitoes have specialized structures that allow them to feed on blood, which is essential for the development of their eggs. Male mosquitoes, on the other hand, do not feed on blood; they primarily feed on nectar. ...
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