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    This document defines key terms used in a research study about using an organic repellent spray made from oregano leaves and lemongrass to repel mosquitoes. It defines terms like Aedes, Chikungunya, Dengue Hemorrhagic fever, Diptera, extract, formulation, lemongrass, mosquito, organic, oregano leaves, and repellent. The definitions provide information on what diseases mosquitoes can transmit, the plants used in the repellent, and the process used to create the organic repellent spray.

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    This document defines key terms used in a research study about using an organic repellent spray made from oregano leaves and lemongrass to repel mosquitoes. It defines terms like Aedes, Chikungunya, Dengue Hemorrhagic fever, Diptera, extract, formulation, lemongrass, mosquito, organic, oregano leaves, and repellent. The definitions provide information on what diseases mosquitoes can transmit, the plants used in the repellent, and the process used to create the organic repellent spray.

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    This document defines key terms used in a research study about using an organic repellent spray made from oregano leaves and lemongrass to repel mosquitoes. It defines terms like Aedes, Chikungunya, Dengue Hemorrhagic fever, Diptera, extract, formulation, lemongrass, mosquito, organic, oregano leaves, and repellent. The definitions provide information on what diseases mosquitoes can transmit, the plants used in the repellent, and the process used to create the organic repellent spray.

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    Definition of terms

    For further understanding of the contents of the study, the following terms here by
    defined.

    Aedes.  A mosquito belonging to a genus that carries diseases such as yellow fever,
    dengue, etc. (Merriam-Webster, 2021).

    Chikungunya. It is spread by mosquito bites. There is generally severe joint pain and
    fatigue associated with this fever, which can last for up to seven days. (World Health
    Organization, 2019).

    Dengue Hemorrhagic fever. In tropical and subtropical areas of the world, dengue
    fever is spread by mosquitoes. A mild case of dengue fever causes a high fever and flu-
    like symptoms. It is a severe form of the disease that can cause bleeding, a drop in
    blood pressure (shock), and death (Mayoclinic, 2019).

    Diptera. It is the order that comprises all genuine flies. These insects are distinguished
    by the reduction of their hind wings to little, club-shaped appendages known as
    halteres; only the membrane front wings function as aerodynamic surface (Meyer,
    2020).

    Extract. This liquid or oil is produced from the raw Oregano leaves and Lemongrass.

    Formulation. As utilized in this research study, it is the process of creating the mixture
    or organic repellent spray using Oregano leaves and Lemongrass.

    Lemon grass. Also known as Cymbopogon citratus, is an annual grass in the family
    Poaceae grown mainly for its fragrant leaves. The grass grows in dense clumps with
    stiff stems and blade-like leaves that droop at the tips. The blue-green leaves turn red in
    the fall and emit a strong lemon scent when damaged (PlantVillage.com).

    Mosquito. Dipteran flies (Culicidae) that have slender proboscis and can penetrate
    and suck blood from animals. They can carry serious diseases (Merriam-
    Webster.com).
    Organic. Grown or produced without the use of synthetic chemicals (Merriam-Webster,
    2021).

    Oregano Leaves. Is an herbaceous plant that is also used as a traditional herb


    medicine, and people used its powerful scent to keep away pests and bugs. It is
    scientifically known as Origanum vulgare, which is from the same family as mint leaves,
    Mentha (Drhealthbenefits.com, 2021).

    Repellent. These chemicals cause insects to move away from their source. These
    substances usually have a strong odor and act in the opposite way, keeping pests at
    bay (Agriculturist Musa, 2018).

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