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Q · Health and Disease medium · 45s
Which pathogen causes tuberculosis?
TopicHealth and Disease
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Tuberculosis is a contagious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It primarily affects the lungs but can spread to other organs. The bacteria are slow-growing and cause chronic infection characterized by coughing, weight loss, fever, and night sweats.
Final Answer: Option B - Bacterium