Multiple choice general knowledge

Is the swine flu virus air borne (Does it spread by air)?

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Swine flu (H1N1 influenza) is primarily transmitted through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks, rather than being truly airborne like tuberculosis or measles. While droplets can travel through air for short distances, the virus is not classified as airborne in the strict sense - it requires close contact for transmission. Airborne transmission refers to pathogens that can remain suspended in air for longer periods and travel longer distances.

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