Which one of these is a communicable disease?

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Q: 115 (SSC/NA)

Which one of these is a communicable disease?

question_subject: 

Science

question_exam: 

SSC

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{'communicable disease': [3, 0, 0, 0], 'diabetes': [3, 0, 0, 3], 'arthritis': [6, 0, 1, 1], 'cancer': [2, 0, 0, 1], 'diphtheria': [5, 1, 4, 3]}

Option 1: Diabetes is not a communicable disease. It is a chronic condition that affects the body`s ability to regulate blood sugar levels.

Option 2: Diphtheria is the correct answer. It is a highly contagious bacterial infection that mainly affects the respiratory system. It spreads through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

Option 3: Arthritis is not a communicable disease. It refers to inflammation and pain in the joints and can be caused by various factors such as age, injury, or autoimmune disorders, but it is not spread from person to person.

Option 4: Cancer is not a communicable disease. It is a group of diseases characterized by the abnormal growth of cells. Cancer can develop due to various reasons, including genetics and environmental factors, but it is not contagious.

In conclusion, the only communicable disease among the given options is option 2, Diphtheria.