Which among the following cause pneumonia in human ?
(A) Streptococcus pneumoniae
(B) Wuchereria bancrofti
(C) Haemophilus influenzae
(D) Salmonella typhi
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → (A) and (C) only
(A) Streptococcus pneumoniae — True.
(B) Wuchereria bancrofti — False. Causes filariasis.
(C) Haemophilus influenzae — True.
(D) Salmonella typhi — False. Causes typhoid.
NCERT Extract:
Common Diseases in Humans – “… Bacteria like Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae are responsible for the disease pneumonia in humans which infects the alveoli (air filled sacs) of the lungs. As a result of the infection, the alveoli get filled with fluid leading to severe problems in respiration. The symptoms of pneumonia include fever, chills, cough and headache.”