Ringworm is a fungal infection caused by which of the following genera? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Ringworm is a fungal infection caused by which of the following genera?
A. Saccharomyces
B. Microsporum
C. Penicillium
D. Aspergillus
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Ringworm (dermatophytosis) is a superficial fungal infection of the skin, hair, or nails. It is caused by dermatophyte fungi, primarily from the genera Microsporum, Trichophyton, and Epidermophyton. Despite the name, it is not caused by a worm. Aspergillus can cause aspergillosis, and Saccharomyces is yeast used in baking and brewing.

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