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General Knowledge · Q166

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 166

Q166

Diphtheria disease is caused by

A.
Corynebacterium diphtheria
Answer
B.
Diplococus pneumo
C.
Pasteurella pestis
D.
Streptomyces species

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Diphtheria is a serious infection caused by strains of bacteria called Corynebacterium diphtheriae that make a toxin (poison).