UPSC Prelims 2002·GS1·science-and-technology·science and technology

Foot-and-mouth disease in animals, a current epidemic in some parts of the world, is caused by

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  1. ABacterium
  2. BFungus
  3. CProtozoan
  4. DVirusCorrect

Explanation

The correct answer is D because Foot and Mouth Disease is a highly contagious viral disease that affects cloven hoofed animals such as cattle, buffalo, sheep, and goats. It is caused by an Aphthovirus which belongs to the Picornaviridae family. The disease is characterized by fever and blister like sores on the tongue, lips, mouth, and feet. It does not affect humans and is not related to the Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease found in children.
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