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What is AIDS? Which microbe is responsible for AIDS infection? State one mode of transmission of this disease. Explain in brief one measure for the prevention of AIDS.

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AIDS is Accquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. Human immunodeficiency virus(HIV) is responsible for the cause of AIDS.The disease can be through sexual contact,infected syringes,from mother to baby etc.The male can wear a contraceptive device called condom in order to prevent the infection to some extent..

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