Which of the following body parts is affected in polio?

Lungs

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Brain

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Spinal cord

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Heart

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Solution

The correct option is C Spinal cord
Polio is a disease caused by poliovirus. It can spread through air as well as water. Organs affected in this disease include spinal cord and muscles. Common symptoms associated with polio include fever, sore throat, fatigue, weak muscles, paralysis etc.

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