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Posted 5 months ago
What animal transmits Weil's disease?
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Posted 5 months ago
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The animal that transmits Weil's disease is the rat.
Solution
a
Weil's disease, also known as leptospirosis, is caused by bacteria of the genus Leptospira
b
Rats, especially the brown rat (Rattus norvegicus), are common carriers of these bacteria
c
The bacteria are transmitted through the urine of infected animals, contaminating water and soil
d
Humans can contract the disease through contact with contaminated water, soil, or through contact with the urine of infected animals
Key Concept
Zoonotic transmission of Leptospira bacteria
Explanation
Weil's disease is transmitted to humans from rats, which are carriers of the Leptospira bacteria that cause the disease.

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