Biology
Mention if the following statements are True (T) or False (F)
- Contamination means entry of germs by insect bite.
- Sewage is the commonest source of contamination of water in the cities.
- Cholera is marked by acute diarrhoea and no urination.
- Typhoid is caused by a type of worm.
- Mosquitoes are the source of dysentery germs.
Hygiene
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Answer
- False
Corrected Statement — Contamination means entry of germs to food and water by flies. - True
- True
- False
Corrected Statement — Typhoid is caused by a type of bacteria. - False
Corrected Statement — Flies are the source of dysentery germs.
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