(i)Elephantiasis is caused by Wuchereria bancrofti and W. malayi. These affect lower limbs and genital organs. (ii) Ringworm is caused by Microsporum, Trychophyton and Epidermophyton. They affect the skin, nails and scalp.
Write the scientific names of the causal organisms of elephantiasis and ringworm in humans. Mention the body parts affected by them.
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Avnish Kumar
(i)Elephantiasis is caused by Wuchereria bancrofti and W. malayi. These affect lower limbs and genital organs.
(ii) Ringworm is caused by Microsporum, Trychophyton and Epidermophyton. They affect the skin, nails and scalp.