Question

Main causes of foot and mouth disease

• A. Bacteria
• B. Virus
• C. Fungus
• D. None of the above

Hint:

Foot and Mouth Disease is viral, not bacterial or fungal.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) is caused by a virus known as the Aphthovirus, belonging to the family Picornaviridae. It is a highly contagious viral disease affecting cloven-hoofed animals such as cattle, pigs, sheep, and goats. The disease is characterized by fever and blister-like lesions on the mouth and feet of affected animals.