CSEC Human and Social Biology · January 2009 · Paper 2 · Question 9(a)(ii)
Name the specific vector responsible for transmitting dengue fever in the Caribbean.
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- 9(a)(i)Define the biological term 'vector'.[2 marks]
- 9(b)(i)State the pathogen/causative organism that causes dengue fever.[1 mark]
- 9(b)(ii)State the specific clinical form of dengue fever characterized by bleeding manifestations.[1 mark]
- 9(b)(iii)Explain how the dengue virus is transmitted from person to person by its vector.[5 marks]
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