Question 37
Microorganisms and HealthI Onchocerciasis
II Schistosomiasis
III Salmonellosis
IV Meningitis
Which of the diseases listed above are associated with water?
- A.I and II only
- B.II, III and IV
- C.I, II and III
- D.II and IV.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (I, II and III)
Explanation
River blindness is spread by blackflies that breed in fast streams, schistosomiasis by snails in still water, and salmonellosis by contaminated water. Meningitis spreads through air droplets.