Malaria is an example of a disorder caused by:
a. a protozoa. c. a virus.
b. a bacteria. d. a fungus.
ANS: A
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A Correct: Malaria is caused by a parasitic protozoal organism of the genus Plasmodium.
B Incorrect: Malaria is not caused by a bacteria.
C Incorrect: Malaria is not caused by a virus.
D Incorrect: Malaria is not caused by a fungus.
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