Which of the following organisms is not responsible for ringworm?

Microsporum

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Trichophyton

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Macrosporum

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Epidermophyton

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Solution

The correct option is C
Macrosporum

The correct option is C.
The explanation for the correct option:
Ringworm is a skin disease.
It is caused by fungus.
It is a red, itchy, and circular rash and it can spread by skin-to-skin contact.
Various species of Microsporum, Epidermophyton, and Trichophyton cause ringworm.
Final answer: Macrosporum organisms are not responsible for ringworm.

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