Malaria is caused by a ________ .

fungi

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virus

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protozoa

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bacteria

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Solution

The correct option is C
protozoa

Malaria is a mosquito-borne infectious disease affecting humans and other animals caused by parasitic single-celled microorganisms belonging to the Plasmodium group. Malaria causes symptoms that typically include fever, tiredness, vomiting, and headaches.

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