The Anopheles Mosquito, Which Causes Malaria, Requires Warm Temperatures to Complete

question 61

Multiple Choice

The Anopheles mosquito, which causes malaria, requires warm temperatures to complete the life cycle of Plasmodium falciparum. Which of the following statements is true?

• A) If temperatures increase due to climate change, it is hypothesized that the incidences of malaria in humans and wildlife will increase.
• B) If temperatures decrease due to climate change, it is hypothesized that the incidences of malaria in humans and wildlife will increase.
• C) If temperatures increase due to climate change, it is hypothesized that the incidences of malaria in humans and wildlife will decrease.
• D) If temperatures decrease due to climate change, it is hypothesized that the incidences of malaria will shift toward the poles.

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