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Giardiasis is caused due to __________ belonging to kingdom protista.

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Giardiasis is an infection of the small intestine.
It is caused by a microscopic parasite known as Giardia intestinalis.
Giardia shows symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating, nausea and watery diarrhoea.
Giardiasis spreads through contaminated water.
Giardia intestinalis is a parasite that belongs to the kingdom Protista..
Final answer: Giardiasis is caused due to parasite belonging to kingdom protista.

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