Lung tuberculosis is caused by

Pseudomonas aeruginosa

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Mycobacterium tuberculosis

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Streptococcus pneumoniae

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Escherichia coli

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Solution

The correct option is A Mycobacterium tuberculosis
The Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacterium causes TB. It is an obligate bacteria. It spreads through the air from person to person. Lungs are the most common organ which is affected by tuberculosis so they are specifically known as pulmonary tuberculosis. It spreads through the lymph nodes and bloodstream.
So, the correct answer is option B.

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