Syphilis and gonorrhoea, two common sexually transmitted diseases, are caused by:
ABacteria
BViruses
CFungi
DProtozoa
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Bacteria
1. Syphilis and gonorrhoea are widespread sexual diseases.
2. Both are caused by bacteria.
3. Viruses, fungi and protozoa are not the cause here, so they are ruled out.
_Source: Balbharati (Maharashtra Board) Class 10 Science & Technology Part 2, Ch 3 "Life Processes in Living Organisms Part 2", p.43_
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