Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

A person touches an object with H1N1 viruses on it and then touches his mouse or nose. This person is not likely to get swine flu, as it can spread only by human-to-human contact: TRUE or FALSE?

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

H1N1 influenza can spread through contact with contaminated surfaces called fomites. When virus particles on objects are transferred to your mouth, nose, or eyes after touching a contaminated surface, infection can occur. The claim that transmission occurs only through direct human-to-human contact is incorrect.

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