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They are so small that you need a microscope to see them. These little critters may be small, but they are quite fascinating. Let's start by learning about where dust mites live and what they eat.  \nDust mites are found in almost every home around the world. They prefer warm and humid environments, which is why they love living in our homes, especially in our beds, carpets, and furniture. Dust mites feed on dead skin cells that humans and pets shed. This means that they are always around, even if we can't see them.  \nThe life cycle of a dust mite is quite short compared to other insects. It starts as an egg, turns into a larva, then becomes a nymph, and finally, an adult. The entire process takes about a month to complete. Adult dust mites can live for about two to three months and lay around 100 eggs during their lifetime.  \nDust mites have a unique relationship with humans. While they don't bite or harm us directly, their waste and body parts can cause allergic reactions in some people. These allergies can lead to symptoms like sneezing, itchy eyes, and runny noses. Dust mites are not related to other insects like ants or spiders, as they belong to the arachnid family, which includes spiders and ticks.  \nThere are some interesting facts about dust mites that you might not know. For example, they don't have eyes or a respiratory system. They absorb moisture from the air to survive. Also, there are many different species of dust mites, but the most common ones found in homes are Dermatophagoides farinae and Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus. Now that you know more about these tiny creatures, you can appreciate the interesting world of dust mites. While they might seem a little gross, they play a role in breaking down dead skin cells in our environment. So, the next time you're cleaning your room, remember that you're also helping to keep the dust mite population in check.  \nDust Mites  \nName:  \n\n| Solve each problem.\u003Cbr>Use the article to answer the question.\u003Cbr>1) How big are dust mites?\u003Cbr>A. Visible to the naked eye B. The size of a grain of rice\u003Cbr>C. Microscopic D. The size of an ant\u003Cbr>2) What do dust mites absorb from the air?\u003Cbr>A. Carbon dioxide B. Oxygen C. Nitrogen D. Moisture\u003Cbr>3) Where do dust mites prefer to live?\u003Cbr>A. Cool and damp environments B. Warm and humid environments\u003Cbr>C. Cold and dry environments D. Hot and dry environments\u003Cbr>4) What part of dust mites cause allergic reactions in humans?\u003Cbr>A. Eggs B. Waste and body C. Legs D. Antennae\u003Cbr>parts\u003Cbr>5) Do dust mites bite humans?\u003Cbr>A. Only when B. No C. Yes D. Sometimes provoked\u003Cbr>6) What do dust mites feed on?\u003Cbr>A. Dead skin cells B. Insects C. Sugar D. Leftover food\u003Cbr>7) How long does it take for a dust mite to complete its life cycle?\u003Cbr>A. About a month B. About a week\u003Cbr>C. About six months D. About a year\u003Cbr>8) How long do adult dust mites live?\u003Cbr>A. One year B. Two to three C. One month D. Six months\u003Cbr>months\u003Cbr>9) Which two species of dust mites are commonly found in homes?\u003Cbr>A. Acariasis farinae and Acariasis pteronyssinus\u003Cbr>B. Dermatophagoides farinae and Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus\u003Cbr>C. Euroglyphus maynei and Euroglyphus longior\u003Cbr>D. Tarsonemus floricolus and Tarsonemus granarius\u003Cbr>10) What family do dust mites belong to?\u003Cbr>A. Insect B. Arachnid C. Mammal D. Reptile |  |  |  |  | Answers\u003Cbr>1.  \u003Cbr>2.  \u003Cbr>3.  \u003Cbr>4.  \u003Cbr>5.  \u003Cbr>6.  \u003Cbr>7.  \u003Cbr>8.  \u003Cbr>9.  \u003Cbr>10.   |  |  |  |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 1-10 | 90 | 80 | 70 | 60 | 50 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 10 | 0 |\n\nReading [www.CommonCoreSheets.com](www.CommonCoreSheets.com) Page 2 of 2  \nDust mites are tiny creatures that most people don't even know exist. They are so small that you need a microscope to see them. These little critters may be small, but they are quite fascinating. 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