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What causes ringworm?

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What causes ringworm?

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Ringworm is a common fungal infection caused by many fungi belonging to the genera Microsporum, Trichophyton and Epidermophyton. It is called ringworm because of the ring-shaped lesions it produces on the skin.

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Chapter 10: Human Health and Diseases - EXERCISES [Page 615]

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Sarita Aggarwal Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 10 Human Health and Diseases
EXERCISES | Q V. 26. (i) | Page 615
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