Name the Protozoan parasite that causes amoebic dysentery in humans.
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Solution
a) Dysentery is caused by a protozoan parasite, Entamoeba histolytica.
b) Symptoms: Diarrhoea, severe colitis, frequent flatulence, abdominal bloating, dehydration. c) Transmission: It is transmitted through contaminated food and water.