Tetanus is a disease caused by

Fungus

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Virus

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Bacteria

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Dust and cowdung

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Solution

The correct option is C Bacteria
Tetanus, or lockjaw, is a serious infection caused by Clostridium tetani bacteria which produce a toxin that affects the brain and nervous system. The toxin leads to stiffness in the jaw muscles as well as other muscles. So, the correct answer is option C.

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