everyday science MCQ #1696

Leprosy is caused by:

everyday science MCQ #1696

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Leprosy is caused by:

    • A) A virus
    • B) Bacteria
    • C) An infection
    • D) Plasmodium

    Answer: Bacteria

    Explanation: Leprosy (Hansen's disease) is caused by the slow-growing bacterium Mycobacterium leprae, which primarily affects the skin, peripheral nerves, and upper respiratory tract.