Chikungunya is an infection caused by ______ mosquito.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Aedes.
Chikungunya is an infection caused by the Aedes mosquito. Specifically, the two primary vectors are Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. These mosquitoes are daytime biters and are also responsible for transmitting other arboviral diseases such as dengue and Zika. Prevention strategies focus on controlling mosquito populations and implementing personal protective measures against mosquito bites.