How Much Do You Know About The Zika Virus?

Zika virus is primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes, specifically Aedes mosquitoes. These mosquitoes become infected when they feed on a person already infected with the virus. Dead snakes, earthworms, and goats do not play a role in the transmission of Zika virus. Therefore, the correct answer is mosquitoes.

A maculopapular rash is a common symptom of a viral infection. It is characterized by small, raised red bumps on the skin that may be itchy or painful. This type of rash can be caused by various viruses, including measles, rubella, and Zika. It is often accompanied by other flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache, and body aches. Therefore, out of the given options, a maculopapular rash is the most likely symptom of a virus.

The correct answer is Flaviviridae. Flaviviridae is a family of viruses that includes the genus Flavivirus. This family consists of single-stranded RNA viruses that are transmitted by arthropods, such as mosquitoes and ticks. Flavivirus, on the other hand, is a genus within the Flaviviridae family. Flavivirida and Flaviviriae are not valid terms or classifications for viruses.

When a virus is transmitted from a mother to her baby, it can cause microcephaly. Microcephaly is a condition in which a baby's head is smaller than expected, often due to abnormal brain development. This can lead to various neurological and developmental issues, including intellectual disabilities, delayed motor skills, and seizures. The transmission of the virus during pregnancy can have severe consequences for the baby's health and development.

The name Zika came from Ziika Forest.

Zika Fever is another name for the virus. The term "fever" is used because one of the common symptoms of Zika virus infection is a mild fever. This name helps to differentiate the virus from other illnesses caused by the Zika virus, such as Zika Illness or Zika Syndrome, which may encompass a wider range of symptoms.

In 1947, the virus was first isolated.

The answer "Not in the least" suggests that the virus does not have a cure at all. This implies that there are no known treatments or remedies available to completely eliminate or eradicate the virus.

April is the correct answer because it is the only option that is a month when read in the context of the question. The other options (November, June, and January) are also months, but they are not the first month in which the isolation occurred. Therefore, April is the only logical choice for the correct answer.

In 1952, the Zika virus was first known to infect humans. This means that it was during this year that the virus was identified and confirmed to cause infections in humans. Prior to this, the virus was not known or recognized as a human pathogen.