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Leprosy, one of the oldest known diseases, is caused by which type of microorganism?

Correct answer B. Bacteria

Explanation

Leprosy is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae, identified by Gerhard Hansen in 1873, which is why it is also called Hansen's disease.

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