Mouth and foot diseases in cattle are caused due to-
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A.
Fungi
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B.
Bacteria
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C.
Virus
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D.
Pennicilium
Correct Answer:
C. Virus
Explanation:
Foot and mouth disease (FMD) in cattle is a highly contagious illness caused by a virus, specifically an Aphthovirus from the Picornaviridae family. While other pathogens like bacteria or fungi can cause different bovine ailments, FMD is distinctly viral and characterized by fever and the development of blisters on the mouth, tongue, and hooves. There are seven known serotypes of the virus, and it spreads rapidly through direct contact, contaminated environments, or aerosol transmission. Therefore, among the choices provided, virus is the correct causative agent.
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