Zoology-(general)

NEET Zoology (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 12

Which of the following bacteria is responsible for causing pneumonia in humans?

A

Streptococcus pneumoniae

B

Escherichia coli

C

Staphylococcus aureus

D

Salmonella typhi

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The NCERT context states that bacteria like Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae are responsible for the disease pneumonia in humans, which infects the alveoli of the lungs.

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