MCQ on Malaria Parasites, Plasmodium spp Figure: Plasmodium spp (in peripheral blood) 1. Malaria is widespread in numerous countries and is known to be a major cause of death due to parasitic infections, claiming millions of lives worldwide, with the highest mortality rates observed in Africa. Which age group of people are more vulnerable to malaria? a) 10 - 15 years of age b) > 5 years of age c) < 40 years of age d) 10- 25 years of age 2. Which of the following Plasmodium spp is the most virulent and also a leading cause of human fatalities from malaria worldwide each year? a) Plasmodium knowlesi b) Plasmodium malariae c) Plasmodium falciparum d) Plasmodium vivax 3...