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Cholera is caused by


A

Virus

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Bacteria

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Fungi

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D

Protozoa

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Solution

The correct option is B

Bacteria


The correct answer is option B.

Explanation of correct option:

  1. Cholera is a bacterial disease that is spread through contaminated water and the pathogen responsible for the infection is a bacteria named Vibrio cholerae.
  2. Irritability, weariness, sunken eyes, a dry mouth, intense thirst, dry and shriveled skin, low blood pressure, and an irregular pulse are all signs and symptoms of cholera.

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option A: Virus

  1. Diseases caused by viruses are called viral diseases.
  2. Diseases such as AIDS (Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome) and hepatitis are caused by infection with the virus.

Option C: Fungi

  1. Diseases that are induced by fungi are called fungal diseases.
  2. Candidiasis is an example of a fungal disease caused by candida.

Option D: Protozoa

  1. Protozoa are a group of single-celled microscopic organisms.
  2. In humans, a disease caused by protozoans is malaria.

Final answer: Cholera is caused by bacteria.


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