The mosquito is necessary for the spread of
A) HIV.
B) West Nile virus.
C) severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS).
D) mad cow disease.

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The mosquito is a necessary vector for the spread of West Nile virus. Mosquitoes become infected with the virus by feeding on infected birds and then spread the virus to humans and other animals through their bites. The mosquito is not a vector for the spread of HIV, SARS or mad cow disease.

The Mosquito Is Necessary for the Spread of