Multiple choice

Which of the following diseases is most likely to be developed by a worker engaged in cutting and grinding of stones for several years?

  1. Botulsim

  2. Cretinism

  3. Silicosis

  4. Asbestosis
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Cutting and grinding stones exposes workers to silica dust, inhalation of which leads to pulmonary fibrosis known as silicosis. Asbestosis is caused by asbestos fibers, while botulism is a foodborne toxin and cretinism is a thyroid disorder.

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