Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Which of the following disease is caused by fungi?

Options:

Covid-19

Ring Worm

Tuberculosis

Cholera

Correct Answer:

Ring Worm

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) - Ring Worm

The disease caused by fungi among the options provided is: Ringworm

Ringworm, also known as dermatophytosis, is a fungal infection of the skin, hair, or nails caused by various species of fungi known as dermatophytes. It is characterized by red, itchy, and circular rashes on the skin, which may resemble the appearance of a ring, hence the name "ringworm." Ringworm is highly contagious and can spread through direct contact with infected humans or animals, as well as contaminated objects or surfaces. It is not caused by a worm as the name suggests but by fungi.

The other options listed are caused by different pathogens:

  • Covid-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
  • Tuberculosis is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
  • Cholera is caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae.