Tuberculosis is predominantly caused by ________.
- Entamoeba histolytica
- Salmonella typhi
- Mycobacterium bovis
- bacillus cereus
The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
Step 1: Understand the causative agent of tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is primarily a bacterial infection caused by members of the genus Mycobacterium. While the most common causative agent is Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Mycobacterium bovis also causes tuberculosis, particularly in animals and sometimes in humans.
Step 2: Analyze the options. Entamoeba histolytica: Causes amoebiasis, not tuberculosis. Salmonella typhi: Causes typhoid fever, not tuberculosis. Mycobacterium bovis: Causes tuberculosis and is a known causative agent. Bacillus cereus: Causes food poisoning, not tuberculosis.
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