Multiple choice general knowledge

Selachophobia is the fear of light flashes.

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Selachophobia specifically refers to an abnormal and persistent fear of sharks. The prefix 'selacho-' comes from the Greek word 'selachos' meaning shark. A fear of light flashes would be classified under photophobia (sensitivity to light) or possibly a specific phobia like selaphobia.

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