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Which of the following water borne diseases are caused by protozoan?

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Amoebiosis
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Diarrhoea
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Both A and B
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None of the above
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Solution

The correct option is C Both A and B
Diseases that are caused due to drinking of contaminated water are called waterborne disease. It is caused due to the presence of certain pathogens in water such as protozoan. Diarrhea is the most common waterborne disease that occurs in children. Dehydration, pale skin, loose motions, bloody stools, etc are the symptoms of diarrhea. Amoebiasis is a parasitic infection of intestines, the symptoms of which are diarrhea, fatigue, abdominal discomfort and flatulence, etc

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