Question

Viruses, which cause hepatitis are transmitted through contaminated

• A. Food
• B. Water
• C. Air
• D. Both A and B

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Both A and B

The correct option is D.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Hepatitis is an inflammatory condition of the liver.
2. The functions of the liver are affected when the liver is inflamed.
3. Hepatitis disturbs functions like bile production, excretion, fat metabolism, and protein metabolism.
4. The Hepatitis virus gets transmitted to other people by eating contaminated food and drinking contaminated water.
5. Simple blood tests help in detecting hepatitis.
6. The Hepatitis vaccine helps to prevent it.
7. In many cases where hepatitis is acute, symptoms cannot be recognized.
8. Symptoms of hepatitis are Vomiting, nausea, fever, abdominal pain, jaundice, and weakness.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

The Hepatitis virus gets transmitted to other people by eating contaminated food and drinking contaminated water.

Option B:

The Hepatitis virus gets transmitted to other people by eating contaminated food and drinking contaminated water.

Option C:

Hepatitis cannot be transmitted through the air.

Thus, viruses, which cause hepatitis are transmitted through contaminated food and water.