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A disease spread through contact with soil is
A disease spread through contact with soil is
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The correct option is A Tetanus
Tetanus, also known as lockjaw is a bacterial infection caused by Clostridium tetani, which is commonly found in soil, saliva, dust or manure. The bacteria generally enter from the soil through a break in the skin such as a cut or puncture wound. They produce toxins that interfere with normal muscle contractions resulting in muscle spasms.So, the correct answer is 'Tetanus'.
Tetanus, also known as lockjaw is a bacterial infection caused by Clostridium tetani, which is commonly found in soil, saliva, dust or manure. The bacteria generally enter from the soil through a break in the skin such as a cut or puncture wound. They produce toxins that interfere with normal muscle contractions resulting in muscle spasms.
So, the correct answer is 'Tetanus'.
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