Asked by Jimmy Tobin on Jul 20, 2024
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Lyme disease is carried by which insect?
A) tick
B) mosquito
C) itch mite
D) flea
Lyme Disease
An infectious disease caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, transmitted to humans through the bite of infected black-legged ticks, characterized by symptoms like rash, fever, and fatigue.
Insect
A small arthropod animal that has six legs and, generally, one or two pairs of wings.
- Identify the causes and carriers of common skin diseases and conditions.
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Markeno PorterJul 26, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Lyme disease is primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of infected black-legged ticks, also known as deer ticks.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the causes and carriers of common skin diseases and conditions.