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Guinea worm is

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Ascaris
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Wuchereria
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C
Dracunculus
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Ancylostoma
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Solution

The correct option is B Dracunculus
Dracunculus medinensis is also known guinea worm belong to Nematoda that causes dracunculiasis. This parasite is frequently found in the subcutaneous tissues and muscles of humans, dogs and sometimes cattle and horses. Hence, option C is correct.

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