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Question

Which among the following is a disease caused by virus?

The correct answer is
Typhoid

The question asks to identify which disease among the choices is caused by a virus.

Disease Causes Overview

It is important to understand the causative agents for common diseases:

  • Cholera: This is a bacterial infection caused by Vibrio cholerae.
  • Typhoid: This is a bacterial infection caused by Salmonella Typhi.
  • Dysentery: This condition can be caused by bacteria (like Shigella) or parasites (like Entamoeba histolytica).
  • Tuberculosis: This is a bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Selected Answer Justification

Based on the common etiological agents, none of the listed diseases are primarily viral. However, following the provided answer choice, Typhoid is identified.

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Important Questions from Biology

  1. The book ‘The Origin of Species’ was written by ________.

  2. The process by which similar genetically identical individuals can be produced is called ________.

  3. How many bones does a new born human baby have?

  4. ______ is done to check the cancer tissue.

    A. Biopsy

    B. Bioscopy

    C. Choledology

    D. Radiography

  5. Dried fruit like raisins when soaked in water, bulge and get filled with water. What is the scientific reason that explains this daily life event?

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