MCQ
Diphtheria is caused by
  • Bacteria
  • B
    Virus
  • C
    Nematodes
  • D
    None of these

Answer

Correct option: A.
Bacteria
a

(a) Diphtheria is a serious disease caused by bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae. It commonly attacks mucous membrane of nose, throat and tonsils. The symptoms include high fever, sore throat, difficulty in breathing due to chocking.

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