Q. Consider the following statements about ascariasis I. Eggs of parasite are excreted along with contaminated water, soil and plants II. Infection takes place through contaminated vegetable fruits and water Choose the correct combination
A) I-True; II-True
B) I-False; II-False
C) I-True; II-False
D) I-False; II-True
Explanation
Ascariasis is caused by an intestinal endoparasite of human, Ascaris lumbricoides, commonly called roundworm. Eggs of parasite are excreted along with faeces of infected person, which contaminate water, soil and plants. Infection takes place through contaminated vegetable, fruits and water
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