Multiple choice

The condition of excessive dehydration of the body through loose motions and vomiting is known as _________.

  1. malaria

  2. tuberculosis

  3. tetanus

  4. diarrhoea

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Diarrhea is characterized by frequent loose or watery bowel movements, leading to excessive fluid loss and dehydration. Malaria is caused by a parasite spread by mosquitoes, tuberculosis is a bacterial lung infection, and tetanus is a nervous system infection - none primarily cause dehydration through loose motions.