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Which of the following genera of fungi is not responsible for causing ringworms?(a) Trichophyton(b) Microsporum(c) Epidermophyton(d) MacrosporumI have been asked this question in final exam.This interesting question is from Fungal Diseases in Humans in section Human Health and Disease of Biology – Class 12

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The CORRECT option is (d) Macrosporum

Explanation: RINGWORMS or round red or silvery type of superficial fungal infections of the skin are caused by the species of Trichophyton, Microsporum and Epidermatophyton. There are dry scaly lesions on skin, NAILS and scalp that cause INTENSE ITCHING.



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