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Why Do we Fall Ill — Science STD 9 — Question

Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 9ScienceWhy Do we Fall Ill1 Mark
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What is the main difference between communicable and non$-$communicable diseases?
  • A
    Non$-$communicable diseases can be treated whereas, communicable diseases cannot be treated.
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    Communicable diseases can spread to others whereas, non$-$communicable diseases cannot.
  • C
    Communicable diseases can be treated whereas, non$-$communicable diseases cannot be treated.
  • D
    Non$-$communicable diseases can spread to others whereas, communicable diseases cannot.
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Answer

Correct option: B.
Communicable diseases can spread to others whereas, non$-$communicable diseases cannot.
Communicable diseases are mainly caused by pathogens $($infectious$)$ that can pass from one human to another.
Non$-$communicable disease is a medical condition or disease that is non$-$infectious or non$-$transmissible.

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