Question

diseases are classified as ______or _________, depending on their duration.

• A. acute
• B. chronic

Answer 1

1. On the basis of duration, a disease can be classified into two broad categories:- acute and chronic.
2. Acute diseases:- diseases that last for only a short period of time. Examples: cold, cough, typhoid
3. chronic diseases:- diseases that last for a longer period. Examples: diabetes, tuberculosis.
4. Final Answer: Diseases are classified as ___acute___or _____chronic____, depending on their duration.