The disease caused by the tapeworm Taenia solium is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The disease caused by the tapeworm Taenia solium is:
A. Trichinosis
B. Filariasis
C. Ascariasis
D. Taeniasis
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Taeniasis is intestinal infection with adult Taenia solium (pork tapeworm). Cysticercosis is when larvae infect tissues. Ascariasis is roundworm, filariasis nematode, trichinosis Trichinella.

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Consider statements about cell biology: 1. The Golgi apparatus packages materials for secretion. 2. The smooth ER is involved in lipid synthesis. 3. The rough ER is involved in lipid synthesis. Which are correct?
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Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
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2. It is involved in growth and repair.
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C. 1 and 3 only
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