Which one among the following diseases in not caused by polluted water?

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Q: 99 (NDA-II/2013)

Which one among the following diseases in not caused by polluted water?

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Science

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NDA-II

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{'polluted water': [0, 0, 1, 1], 'diseases': [9, 0, 10, 7], 'tuberculosis': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'dysentery': [2, 0, 0, 1], 'typhoid': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'jaundice': [1, 0, 1, 0]}

Among the given options, the disease that is not caused by polluted water is Tuberculosis. Let`s analyze each option to understand why:

1. Dysentery: Dysentery is a disease caused by bacteria and parasites that are often found in contaminated water. Ingesting this polluted water can lead to symptoms like severe diarrhea and abdominal pain.

2. Jaundice: Jaundice, also known as hepatitis, is a condition caused by a viral infection. While polluted water might not directly cause jaundice, certain viruses that cause jaundice can be transmitted through contaminated water.

3. Typhoid: Typhoid fever is caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi, which is commonly found in contaminated water and food. Ingesting water or food contaminated with this bacterium can lead to symptoms like high fever, headache, and stomach pain.

4. Tuberculosis: Tuberculosis, or TB, is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Although TB can spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes, it is not primarily caused by polluted water.

In conclusion, while dysentery, jaundice, and typhoid are diseases that can be caused by polluted water, tuberculosis is not