Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

What is the expansion of H & N in H1N1 & what is H5N1?

  1. Hypothalamus, Neurotransmitters, swine flu

  2. Hypothalamus, Neurotransmitters, avian flu

  3. Haemagluttenin, Neuraminidase, avian flu

  4. Haemagluttenin, Neuraminidase, normal flu

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C Correct answer
Explanation

H and N stand for Haemagglutinin and Neuraminidase, which are surface proteins on influenza viruses. H5N1 causes avian flu in birds, not normal flu. The hypothalamus/neurotransmitter options are biologically incorrect.