The scientist who proposed the 'germ theory of disease' was: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The scientist who proposed the 'germ theory of disease' was:
A. Louis Pasteur
B. Robert Koch
C. Joseph Lister
D. Alexander Fleming
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Louis Pasteur provided strong evidence that microorganisms cause disease and developed pasteurization to kill pathogens. Koch formalized criteria linking specific microbes to specific diseases. Fleming discovered penicillin, Lister introduced antiseptic surgery.

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