5th Grade Mosquito Ed. Review

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What conditions accelerate a mosquito's life cycle?

Back

Greater amounts of precipitation and very warm temperatures.

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What describes the transfer of energy when a mosquito drinks nectar from a flower?

Back

Producer to consumer.

Front

What traits help classify mosquitoes and other insects?

Back

6 legs, 3 main body parts, exoskeleton.

Front

What physical adaptations help female mosquitoes find a blood meal?

Back

Compound eyes, antennae, and wings.

Front

How do mosquitoes positively impact their environment?

Back

They are pollinators, filter feeders, and part of a food chain.

Front

What is the role of precipitation in a mosquito's life cycle?

Back

It provides breeding sites and accelerates development.

Front

What is an exoskeleton?

Back

A hard outer structure that provides support and protection for insects.

Front

How many legs do insects, including mosquitoes, have?

Back

Insects have 6 legs.

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What are the three main body parts of an insect?

Back

Head, thorax, and abdomen.

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What is the function of antennae in mosquitoes?

Back

Antennae help mosquitoes sense their environment, including detecting carbon dioxide.