Multiple choice

What is the contagious disease scabies caused by?

  1. Virus

  2. Bacteria

  3. Parasite

  4. Fungus
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Scabies is caused by the microscopic parasitic mite Sarcoptes scabiei, which burrows into the upper layer of human skin. The female mite lays eggs in these burrows, causing intense itching and a characteristic rash. While fungi cause conditions like ringworm, and viruses/bacteria cause many other diseases, scabies is specifically a parasitic infestation.

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