Why Do We Fall Ill
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You are aware of Polio Eradication Programme in your city. Children are vaccinated because
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Vaccination kills the polio causing microorganisms
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Prevents the entry of polio causing organisms in the body
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It creates immunity in the body
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All of above
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This quiz titled 'WHY DO WE FALL ILL' explores various aspects of diseases, focusing on their causes, prevention, and the biological mechanisms behind them. It assesses knowledge on topics like Polio, viral infections, and non-infectious diseases, enhancing understanding of public health and microbiology.
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Making anti-viral drugs is more difficult than making anti-bacterial medicines becausea) Viruses make use of host machineryb) Viruses are on the border line of living and non livingc) Viruses have very few biochemical mechanisms of their ownd) Viruses have a protein coatChoose the correct option among the following:
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A and c
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Only c
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B and d
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Only d
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A. Only cExplanation
Making anti-viral drugs is more difficult than making anti-bacterial medicines because viruses have very few biochemical mechanisms of their own. Unlike bacteria, viruses cannot replicate or carry out metabolic processes on their own. They rely on host cells to reproduce and carry out their life cycle. This makes it challenging to target viruses specifically without harming the host cells. Additionally, viruses have a protein coat that can further complicate the development of drugs that can effectively target and inhibit viral replication.Rate this question:
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Many of the people suffer from the problem of acnes and feel annoyed of the ugly skin texture caused due to the acne spots. Can you guess the microorganism causing these acne?
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H1N1 virus
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Trypanosoma
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Leishmania
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Staphylococcus
Correct Answer
A. StaphylococcusExplanation
Staphylococcus is the correct answer because it is a type of bacteria that can cause acne. Acne is often caused by the overgrowth of bacteria on the skin, and Staphylococcus is one of the bacteria that can contribute to this. It can infect the hair follicles and oil glands, leading to inflammation and the formation of acne spots. Therefore, Staphylococcus is the microorganism responsible for causing acne.Rate this question:
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If you live in an overcrowded and poorly ventilated house, it is possible that you may suffer from which of the following diseases.a) Cholerab) AIDSc) Air borne diseased) Cancer Choose the correct option among the following:
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A and c
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B and c
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Only c
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Only d
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A. Only cExplanation
Living in an overcrowded and poorly ventilated house can increase the risk of contracting air-borne diseases. This is because poor ventilation can lead to the accumulation of harmful pollutants, allergens, and pathogens in the air, making it easier for diseases to spread. Therefore, the correct answer is "only c" as it correctly identifies the possibility of suffering from air-borne diseases in such living conditions.Rate this question:
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Antibiotics are ineffective against the viral infections. For each type of the viral infection, human body produces its own antiviral protein that is released from the infected and dying host cells.What is this protein called?
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Interferon
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Leishmania
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Ascaris
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Pertussis
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A. InterferonExplanation
Antibiotics are designed to target and kill bacteria, not viruses. When the body is infected with a virus, it produces a specific protein called interferon. Interferon is released from infected and dying host cells and helps to inhibit the replication of viruses in neighboring cells. It plays a crucial role in the body's immune response against viral infections. Therefore, the correct answer is Interferon.Rate this question:
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Cancer is a disease caused due to the uncontrolled growth of tissues in any part of body. This disease comes under which of the following types?
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Congenital disease
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Infectious disease
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Non-infectious disease
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None of these
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A. Non-infectious diseaseExplanation
Cancer is a disease caused by the uncontrolled growth of tissues in any part of the body. It is not caused by an infection or any external agent, which eliminates the options of infectious disease or congenital disease. Therefore, the correct answer is non-infectious disease.Rate this question:
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The main symptoms of the HIV-AIDS infection are due to the fact that patient’s body can no longer fight off many minor infections and hence becomes the reason of the patient’s ultimate death. This happens because:
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HIV virus alone causes all the infections
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HIV virus releases a poison in the body
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HIV virus damages the immune system of the body
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HIV virus directly attacks the human nervous system
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A. HIV virus damages the immune system of the bodyExplanation
The correct answer is that the HIV virus damages the immune system of the body. This is the main reason why patients with HIV/AIDS are unable to fight off minor infections, leading to their eventual death. The virus attacks and weakens the immune system, making the body more susceptible to infections and diseases.Rate this question:
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Tuberculosis is a disease which spreads from one to another directly or indirectly and is caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis that releases a certain toxin in the body. What is the name of this toxin?
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Tuberlysis
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Rifampicin
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Cephalosporin
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Tuberculin
Correct Answer
A. TuberculinExplanation
Tuberculin is the correct answer because it is the toxin released by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes tuberculosis.Rate this question:
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Cholera is an infectious, fatal disease caused by the bacterium which lives and multiplies in the small intestine. The disease sometimes occurs in epidemic form. Which of the following is not a reason for the spread of the disease:
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Breeding of the flies on the garbage heaps
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Use of spices in ten food
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Drinking the contaminated water
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Consuming the contaminated food
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A. Use of spices in ten foodExplanation
Cholera is primarily spread through contaminated water and food, not through the use of spices in food. The bacterium that causes cholera can survive and multiply in water and food that has been contaminated with fecal matter. Flies breeding on garbage heaps can also contribute to the spread of the disease by carrying the bacteria to food and water sources. However, the use of spices in food does not directly contribute to the spread of cholera.Rate this question:
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For the prevention of the dehydration, the patient is advised to take Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS). The main components of ORS solution are:
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Sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, potassium chloride, glucose, sucrose and water
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Sodium chloride, sodium carbonate, potassium chloride, glucose, sucrose and water
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Sodium carbonate, sodium bicarbonate, potassium chloride, glucose, sucrose and water
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Sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, potassium chloride, glucose, sucrose and water
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A. Sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, potassium chloride, glucose, sucrose and waterExplanation
ORS is a solution used for rehydration in cases of dehydration. It contains a combination of electrolytes (sodium chloride, potassium chloride) to replace those lost through sweating or vomiting, and glucose and sucrose to provide energy and aid in the absorption of electrolytes. Sodium bicarbonate may also be included to help maintain the body's acid-base balance. Water is added to dilute the solution and make it easier to drink. Therefore, the correct answer is Sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, potassium chloride, glucose, sucrose and water.Rate this question:
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Water makes averagely about 60% part of human body and is necessary in every biochemical reaction occurring in human body. Which of the following is a disease which is caused due to the loss of water in the body making the patient seriously ill in a very short time?
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Rehydration
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Hydration
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Dehydration
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Hydrolysis
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A. DehydrationExplanation
Dehydration is a condition where the body loses more water than it takes in, leading to an imbalance in the body's fluids. This loss of water can occur due to various reasons such as excessive sweating, vomiting, diarrhea, or not drinking enough fluids. When the body is dehydrated, it can't function properly, and this can lead to serious illness in a short period of time. Therefore, dehydration is the correct answer as it is a disease caused by the loss of water in the body.Rate this question:
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TAB-vaccine is used to provide immunity against Typhoid for a period of three years.What is the correct abbreviation of TAB?
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Typhoid paratyphoid A and B vaccine
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Typhoid partial typhoid A and B vaccine
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Typhoid peroxytyphoid A and B vaccine
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Typhoid per typhoid A and B vaccine
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A. Typhoid paratyphoid A and B vaccineExplanation
The correct abbreviation of TAB is "Typhoid paratyphoid A and B vaccine". This vaccine is used to provide immunity against both typhoid and paratyphoid A and B for a period of three years.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is incorrect about tuberculosis?i) It is caused by Salmonellaii) It commonly affects immune systemiii) Bacteria release tuberculin toxiniv) Patient’s sputum contains bloodChoose the correct option among the following:
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(ii) and (iii)
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Only (ii)
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(iii) and (iv)
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(i) and (ii)
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A. (i) and (ii)Explanation
The correct answer is (i) and (ii). This is because tuberculosis is not caused by Salmonella, but by the bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Additionally, tuberculosis commonly affects the immune system, weakening it and making individuals more susceptible to the infection.Rate this question:
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Mosquitoes are often seen breeding on the stagnant water. We should not allow mosquitoes to breed in our surroundings because they
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Multiply very fast and cause pollution
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Are vectors for many diseases
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Bite and cause skin diseases
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Are not important insects
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A. Are vectors for many diseasesExplanation
Mosquitoes are known to be vectors for many diseases. They can transmit diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, Zika virus, and West Nile virus. Therefore, it is important to prevent them from breeding in our surroundings to minimize the risk of these diseases spreading.Rate this question:
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Infectious diseases are the diseases that can spread from infected person to the healthy person. Which of the following can make you ill if you come in contact with an infected person?
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Genetic abnormality
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Blood cancer
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High blood pressure
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Sneezing and coughing
Correct Answer
A. Sneezing and coughingExplanation
Sneezing and coughing can make you ill if you come in contact with an infected person because these actions can spread infectious droplets containing viruses or bacteria into the air. When you inhale these droplets, you can become infected with the pathogens and develop an illness. Sneezing and coughing are common symptoms of many contagious respiratory diseases, such as the flu or common cold, which can easily spread from person to person through respiratory droplets. Therefore, being in close proximity to someone who is sneezing or coughing increases the risk of contracting an infectious disease.Rate this question:
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