'Treponema pallidum is a cause of

Leprosy.

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Plague.

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Syphilis.

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Pertussis.

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Solution

The correct option is C Syphilis.
Syphills is a Sexually Transmitted Disease(STD) which is caused by Treponema pallidum bacteria. It is a highly contagious disease which is caused due to the direct contact of body fluids. It is transmitted from mother to baby during pregnancy or at birth, resulting in congenital syphilis.
So, the correct answer is option C.

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