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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Human Health and Disease

Question:
Which among the following is not the causal organism for ringworm?
Options:
Microsporum
Epidermophyton
Trichophyton
Wuchereria
Correct Answer:
Wuchereria
Explanation:
Many fungi belonging to the genera Microsporum, Trichophyton and Epidermophyton are responsible for ringworms which is one of the most common infectious diseases in man. Appearance of dry, scaly lesions on various parts of the body such as skin, nails and scalp are the main symptoms of the disease.