Biological Classification And System Of Classification Question 149
Assertion : Amoebiasis is caused by Entamoeba histolytica. Reason : The protist feeds on red blood corpuscles.
Options:
A) If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
B) If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion
C) If the assertion is true but the reason is false
D) If the assertion is false but reason is true
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Person suffering from amoebic dysentry has repeated blood mixed, slimy and foul smelling stools and causes the disease known as amoebic dysentery or amoebiasis.
This protist feeds on red blood corpuscles by damaging the wall of the small intestine and reaching the blood capillaries.
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