Human Health And Disease Question 31
Question: Toxin produced by tetanus affects:
Options:
A) Jaw bones
B) Voluntary muscles
C) Involuntary muscles
D) Both voluntary and involuntary muscles
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Tetanus, also known as lockjaw is a bacterial infection caused by Clostridium tetani, which is commonly found in soil, saliva, dust or manure.
The bacteria generally enter from the soil through a break in the skin such as a cut or puncture wound.
They produce toxins that interfere with normal muscle contractions resulting in muscle spasms i.e it affects voluntary muscles.
So, the correct answer is ‘Voluntary muscles’.
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