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Q. The disease caused by Asbestos is

  • (A) Dysentery
  • (B) Paralysis
  • (C) Emphysema
  • (D) Diarrhoea
  • Correct Answer - Option(C)
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Explanation by: Admin

Asbestos exposure is known to cause serious respiratory diseases, including Emphysema, Asbestosis, and Lung Cancer.

  • Emphysema is a lung disease that leads to shortness of breath due to damage to the air sacs (alveoli) in the lungs.
  • Prolonged exposure to asbestos fibers can lead to lung scarring and breathing difficulties, increasing the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Why are the other options incorrect?

  1. Dysentery (A) → Caused by bacterial or amoebic infections, not asbestos.
  2. Paralysis (B) → Can result from neurological disorders but is not linked to asbestos exposure.
  3. Diarrhea (D) → Usually caused by infections, contaminated food, or water, not asbestos.

Thus, the correct answer is (C) Emphysema.

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