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The Athlete’s foot disease in human is caused by ____________. - Zoology

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Question

The Athlete’s foot disease in human is caused by ____________.

Options

  • Bacteria

  • Fungi

  • Virus

  • Protozoan

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Solution

The Athlete’s foot disease in human is caused by Fungi.

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Chapter 7: Human Health and Diseases - Evaluation [Page 135]

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Samacheer Kalvi Biology (Zoology) [English] Class 12 TN Board
Chapter 7 Human Health and Diseases
Evaluation | Q 6. | Page 135
Samacheer Kalvi Biology (Zoology) [English] Class 12 TN Board
Chapter 7 Human Health and Diseases
Evaluation | Q 10. | Page 126

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